Notre Dame Holds Off Louisville, Wins 31-24

No. 16 Notre Dame secured a crucial 31-24 victory over No. 15 Louisville, bolstering their College Football Playoff hopes after a previous upset loss. The Irish initially fell behind but rallied to take a commanding lead, with key touchdowns from Riley Leonard and Jeremiyah Love. Despite some late-game struggles and a near comeback from Louisville, Notre Dame's resilience saw them hold on for the win, improving their record to 4-1. This victory enhances their playoff chances, increasing them to 50.8% according to The Athletic's predictor model. Looking ahead, the Irish aim to maintain momentum during their upcoming idle week before facing Stanford, Georgia Tech, and Navy in October. The game showcased Notre Dame's ability to adapt and overcome adversity, a sentiment echoed by players and coaches alike.