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Vol XXXIII No. 5

Monday, August 30, 1999

  Jefferson's block reverses Irish fortunes
By MIKE CONNOLLY

Luckily for Irish fans, Clifford Jefferson is forgetful. After stumbling on a fade route and watching Termaine Fulton catch a touchdown pass, Jefferson — in his first collegiate start — put the play behind him in Notre Dame's 48-13 victory over Kansas. "I had to react and put it behind me," Jefferson said. "Being a DB, coaches teach you that you have to have a short memory. So I had a short memory and put it behind me." ... [more]


Fisher, Driver try to fill Denson's shoes
By BRIAN KESSLER

"A.D." is taking on another meaning for this year's Irish football team. But with one game under their belts, the Irish are quickly learning and adjusting to the first season "After Denson." In Saturday's 48-13 win over Kansas, the Irish proved once again that they don't rebuild at tailback, they simply reload. ... [more]


Battle-testing Arnaz proves wise decision
By TIM CASEY

Sometimes you don't realize your mistakes until it's too late. That's exactly what happened to Bob Davie 10 months ago. On Nov. 21st, Davie's 8-1 team was on the verge of defeating a talented LSU team. With the victory, the Irish were in position to grab an elusive BCS spot and play for millions of dollars. ... [more]