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FILE - In this Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, file photo, new Washington State head football coach Nick Rolovich speaks during an NCAA college football news conference after being officially introduced in Pullman, Wash. Normally, in March, college football teams would be preparing for the upcoming season. Because of the new coronavirus pandemic, coaches are trying to figure out how to recreate some of what has been lost. Rolovich said the Cougars will continue to learn their new offensive and defensive systems...online. (Pete Caster/Lewiston Tribune via AP, File)/
Without spring practice, football coaches try to fill void

By Ralph D. Russo Mar. 25, 2020 11:07 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 28, 2019, file photo, Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly watches warmups before the Camping World Bowl NCAA college football game against Iowa State in Orlando, Fla. Notre Dame heads to spring practice with question marks at various spots, but not at quarterback where Ian Book will be returning for the Fighting Irish. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Kelly pleased as Irish begin journey toward 2020 CFP berth

By John Fineran Mar. 05, 2020 03:45 PM EST

Notre Dame wide receiver Chase Claypool (83) catches a pass in the end zone for a 24-yard touchdown during the first half of the Camping World Bowl NCAA college football game against Iowa State Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
No. 14 Notre Dame routs Iowa State in Camping World Bowl

By Fred Goodall Dec. 28, 2019 03:52 PM EST

Iowa State Cyclones head coach Matt Campbell watches his team during the NCAA football game between the against the Iowa State Cyclones and the Oklahoma Sooners at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. (Ian Maule/Tulsa World via AP)
Notre Dame eyes strong finish vs Iowa State in bowl matchup

By Fred Goodall Dec. 27, 2019 02:11 PM EST

Kelly: No. 14 Notre Dame focused on Iowa State

John Fineran Dec. 21, 2019 08:21 PM EST
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Brian Kelly need not worry that No. 14 Notre Dame isn’t focused on Iowa State, its opponent next Saturday in the Camping World Bowl. ...

Kelly's Irish open bowl practice without offensive coordinator,

John Fineran Dec. 14, 2019 03:56 PM EST
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Coach Brian Kelly said No. 14 Notre Dame will concentrate on its Camping World Bowl game against Iowa State before addressing the...

Alabama quarterback Mac Jones (10) is sacked by Auburn defensive end Big Kat Bryant (1) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Auburn, Ala. (Dan Busey/The Decatur Daily via AP)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Examining ‘Bama’s drop from top 5

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 02, 2019 02:11 AM EST

Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book passes against Stanford in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Stanford, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Ian Book throws 4 TD passes, No. 15 Notre Dame tops Stanford

By Josh Dubow Nov. 30, 2019 07:36 PM EST

Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly watches his team from the sideline as they play against Boston College during the second half of an NCAA college football game in South Bend, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019. Notre Dame defeated Boston College 40-7. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Stanford wraps up down season against No. 15 Notre Dame

By Josh Dubow Nov. 29, 2019 11:02 AM EST

Baylor wide receiver Denzel Mims (5) makes a first-down gesture in the fourth quarter against Texas in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Waco, Texas. (AP Photo/Richard W. Rodriguez)
AP Top 25 Takeaways: Race for No. 1; Ducks drag Pac-12 down

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 23, 2019 08:09 PM EST

Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book (12) looks to throw during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Navy, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
No. 15 Irish expect physical test from run-happy Eagles

By John Fineran Nov. 22, 2019 11:47 AM EST

Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book (12) throws against Navy linebacker Tyler Pistorio (41) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
No. 15 Irish close out home schedule against Boston College

By The Associated Press Nov. 21, 2019 04:17 PM EST

Ruhland overcomes injuries to play final year for Notre Dame

By Tom Coyne Nov. 21, 2019 02:33 PM EST
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Trevor Ruhland expected to be Notre Dame’s starting center this season, right up until the medical staff told him in January his left...

Notre Dame wide receiver Chase Claypool (83) makes a touchdown reception against Navy cornerback Cameron Kinley (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in South Bend, Ind.(AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Claypool catches 4 TDs as No. 16 Notre Dame rout Navy 52-20

By John Fineran Nov. 16, 2019 06:10 PM EST

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) is carted off the field after getting injured in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Mississippi State in Starkville, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa injures hip, out for rest of season

By The Associated Press Nov. 16, 2019 05:23 PM EST

Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly speaks with Notre Dame defensive lineman Kurt Hinish (41) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Duke in Durham, N.C., Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
No. 21 Navy's defense concerns Kelly, No. 16 Irish

By John Fineran Nov. 15, 2019 11:34 AM EST

Notre Dame wide receiver Chris Finke (10) is congratulated by teammates following Finke's touchdown against Duke during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Durham, N.C., Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Irish, Midshipmen both thankful for long-running series

By John Fineran Nov. 14, 2019 02:12 AM EST

Members of the Notre Dame football team sing at the end of an NCAA college football game against Virginia Tech, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in South Bend, Ind. Notre Dame won 21-20. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
No. 15 Notre Dame visits Duke looking for late-season surge

By Joedy Mccreary Nov. 08, 2019 10:05 AM EST

Notre Dame wide receiver Chase Claypool (83) catches a pass as Michigan defensive back Vincent Gray (31) defends in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Chase Claypool emerges as top WR for No. 15 Notre Dame

By Todd Burlage Nov. 07, 2019 02:45 PM EST

Georgia coach Kirby Smart celebrates with quarterback Jake Fromm (11) after the team's 24-17 win over Florida during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP)
AP Top 25 Takeaways: Pac-12, UGA avoid playoff elimination

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 02, 2019 09:18 PM EDT