Michigan Vs. Notre Dame Final Score: Turnovers Haunt Wolverines, Irish 4-0

If beating a hated rival’s very good team in a primetime game with what was likely the best offensive performance of the year isn’t evidence that Florida State is really, truly back, then back is a myth. And even if they’re not back, the Seminoles are one thing everyone wants to be: a national title favorite.

The carnage: Florida State ran 26 offensive plays for 298 yards during that span, averaging an unearthly 11.5 yards per play, eclipsing a second half that was staggering (39 plays, 341 yards, 8.74 yards per play) on its own. That offensive eruption overshadowed the ‘Noles defense shutting down Clemson’s phenomenal offense (during the run: 20 plays, 28 yards, 1.4 yards per play allowed; during the first half: 39 plays, 253 yards, 6.5 yards per play allowed), and showcased the depth of elite talent at virtually every position that Florida State has, something that should help the ‘Noles hang with anyone in the country.

Robinson finished with 137 passing yards and 94 rushing yards. Rees finished 8-for-11 for 115 yards. Notre Dame improves to 4-0. Michigan is now 2-2.

Rankings Ramifications: Notre Dame’s defense once again looked formidable against a quality opponent, so the Irish could sneak into the top 10. Michigan came in ranked No. 18 and this is the Wolverines’ second loss. Both losses have been to good teams, but Michigan could be in danger of falling out of the rankings.

Flawless. Smith found Nicky Baratti in the end zone for the touch... back.

Michigan later completed two interceptions of the standard Denard Robinson “quarterback forward pass” variety, and Notre Dame also just threw an interception. All plays are now interceptions. You have an interception in this game. Nice interception, you!