Notre Dame Vs. Ohio State Preview/Predictions, 2023

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Review the predictions made by the BuckeyesNow team for the Week 4 showdown between the Ohio State Buckeyes and Notre Dame.

In what promises to be a pivotal matchup for both teams, only one will emerge victorious from Notre Dame Stadium as the No. 6 Ohio State Buckeyes take on the No. 9 Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

Notre Dame Prediction: In last season’s opener, the Buckeyes faced a 10-7 halftime deficit against Notre Dame before making critical adjustments in the second half, eventually securing a win. Now, they venture to South Bend, Indiana, to conclude this home-and-home series. Can the Buckeyes extend their winning streak against the Irish to six games?

Here are the BuckeyesNow predictions for the game:

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Casey Smith, Staff Writer: Last year, Ohio State trailed Notre Dame at halftime, causing some concern among fans at Ohio Stadium. However, the Buckeyes, under the guidance of defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, made significant adjustments, blanking Notre Dame in the second half and even securing a touchdown from the former walk-on wide receiver Xavier Johnson.

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Ohio State Prediction: In this matchup, Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman possesses the arm talent to challenge the Buckeyes’ secondary, something the Fighting Irish lacked last year. Nonetheless, if Ohio State plays with the same fearless approach mentioned by Ryan Day on his radio show, they should avoid an upset.

Prediction: Ohio State 31, Notre Dame 24

Caleb Spinner, Staff Writer: Last year’s meeting between the Buckeyes and Fighting Irish showcased the ideal intensity expected from these two schools on the field: competitive and exhilarating. Ohio State’s offense, which struggled last year, should be in better form this time, having played three games before this matchup.

Ohio State Prediction: On the flip side, Notre Dame boasts a potentially stronger quarterback with Wake Forest transfer Sam Hartman at the helm.

Notre Dame Prediction: Anticipate a high-scoring and closely contested game, making this Week 4 showdown in South Bend a thrilling spectacle.

Prediction: Ohio State 35, Notre Dame 27

Cole Thompson, Staff Writer: Notre Dame Prediction: Notre Dame should not be underestimated in the conversation of dark horse College Football Playoff contenders in 2023. Despite two early losses last season, the Irish finished with a respectable 9-4 record. Now, with the addition of Sam Hartman and Gerad Parker, they appear even more formidable.

Ohio State Prediction: Ohio State’s defensive line needs to be on top of its game, especially against Audric Estime’s rushing attacks. Hartman, who excelled in leading Wake Forest’s passing game, seems to be in top form early in the season. Couple this with the home advantage for the Irish, and an upset alert should be ringing. While it might not happen now, don’t be surprised if opinions shift after Week 1.

Prediction: Ohio State 31, Notre Dame 20

Harrison Reno, Staff Writer: Few expected last year’s game between these two teams to become a defensive showdown, but that’s precisely what happened. Ohio State’s defense played a pivotal role, keeping the game close until the offense found its rhythm in the second half, securing a 21-10 win.

Ohio State Prediction: Could the 2023 rematch witness a similar offensive production? Possibly, especially considering the Buckeyes showcased their best offensive performance in a 63-10 victory over Western Kentucky.

Notre Dame Prediction: Meanwhile, the Irish have consistently scored over 40 points in their first four games of the season.

Prediction: Ohio State 42, Notre Dame 21