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FILE - In this Sept. 21, 2019, file photo, Notre Dame safety Alohi Gilman works against Georgia during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Athens, Ga. Gilman thought he’d be on the other side of the Notre Dame-Southern California rivalry when he decided to transfer from Navy three years ago. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart, File)
Safety picked Notre Dame over USC because he found a bond

By Tom Coyne Oct. 10, 2019 02:50 AM EDT

Clemson wide receiver Justyn Ross (8) escapes a tackle attempt by Notre Dame safety Alohi Gilman, right, as Ross reaches the end zone for a touchdown in the first half of the NCAA Cotton Bowl semi-final playoff football game, Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman)
Notre Dame title drought extends with another big bowl loss

By Stephen Hawkins Dec. 29, 2018 08:04 PM EST

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) celebrates after their 30-3 win against Notre Dame in the NCAA Cotton Bowl semi-final playoff football game, Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)
Lawrence lights up Notre Dame, No. 2 Clemson cruises 30-3

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 29, 2018 07:49 PM EST

Notre Dame safety Jalen Elliott, left, is unable to stop Clemson running back Travis Etienne (9) from reaching the end zone for a touchdown in the second half of the NCAA Cotton Bowl semi-final playoff football game, Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)
No. 1 Alabama, No. 2 Clemson advance to title game

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2018 05:24 PM EST