Notre Dame football secured a commanding victory over Army, winning 49-14 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York, on November 23, 2024. The Fighting Irish, ranked 9th in the College Football Playoff (CFP) standings, dominated the game with strong performances on both offense and defense.
In the first quarter, Notre Dame quickly took control, scoring two touchdowns. The first was a 28-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Riley Leonard to Jordan Faison, followed by a 6-yard passing touchdown to Jeremiyah Love after Army’s blocked punt. The Fighting Irish established a 14-0 lead by the end of the first quarter.
Army managed to find the end zone in the second quarter with a 4-yard rush from Bryson Dailey, closing the gap to 14-7. However, Notre Dame responded decisively with three consecutive touchdowns, including a 14-yard run by Love and a 2-yard run by Jadarian Price, ending the half with a substantial 28-7 lead.
In the third quarter, Jeremiyah Love electrified the crowd with a 68-yard kickoff return for a touchdown, stretching Notre Dame’s advantage to 35-7. The Fighting Irish continued to push ahead with another touchdown from Price, bringing the score to 42-7.
As the game progressed into the fourth quarter, Notre Dame’s Aneyas Williams scored with a 58-yard run, further solidifying the lead. Army managed a late touchdown with a 1-yard run by Dailey, resulting in a final score of 49-14.
Despite the absence of Howard Cross III, Notre Dame displayed resilience and depth, showcasing their potential as they continue to strive for high rankings in the College Football Playoff. The victory not only boosts their confidence but also reinforces their status as a formidable team heading into the later stages of the season.
This win serves as a promising indicator of Notre Dame’s competitive spirit and capability to perform under pressure, as the team looks forward to building on this momentum in upcoming matchups.