Opponent Preview: Nevada

Opponent Preview: NEVADA!

This game has more importance in it then many Irish fans may believe... This isn't just any "cupcake" team, and even if it was, just look at what happened with San Diego State last year.. Whatever the case, this game should not be taken lightly.

The Nevada Wolf Pack went 7-6 in 2008, identical to Notre Dame's record, but went defeated against ranked teams, also identical to the Irish. Also like the Irish, Nevada did not really have a significant win which defined their season, but instead many significant losses.

So what sets apart Notre Dame from Nevada? Well, Nevada has one of the best running defenses in college football; ranked at #6 in the nation, one behind USC. But negating that stellar run defense is Nevada's pass defense, which is the worst in college football, which may foreshadow a great day for Jimmy and company come September 5th.