Indiana Hoosiers (11-1) vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish (11-1)
Indiana Hoosiers vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish December 20 2024 – An intense clash is on the cards as the Indiana Hoosiers face the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the playoffs for a place in the semifinals. Each team has a record of 11-1 and has been successful in their offense as well as defense. This promises to be an intense battle as both the teams have something to fight for – Indiana a chance to reassert their dominance and Notre Dame a chance to maintain their perfect home record. This first-round clash is set to be filled with some extreme tension. Now, even without sleepless nights, the nerves tell a different story and that is what makes it interesting –fighting for a spot in the semifinals.
Indiana Hoosiers vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish December 20 2024 Game Info
| When: | Friday, December 20, 2024, at 8:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, Indiana |
| TV: | ABC/ESPN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Indiana Hoosiers vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Indiana | +230 | +7 (-105) | 52.5 Over -105 |
| Notre Dame | -280 | -7 (-115) | 52.5 Under -115 |
Notre Dame enters as 7-point favorites, reflecting their dominance at home and consistent play. Indiana’s +230 moneyline is attractive for bettors eyeing an upset, while the total of 52.5 suggests a competitive, high-scoring affair. Notre Dame’s ATS streak (8-0) signals reliability, but Indiana’s explosive offense and strong ATS record make this spread intriguing.
Kurtis Rourke QB vs. Riley Leonard QB
Indiana’s Kurtis Rourke is an impressive player, scoring 2827 yards passing, completing 70.4% of his passes with 27 touchdown passes. What separates him from the rest is also his capability of hitting big throws, including an 84-yard pass. Rourke also shields his 17 sacks in balance, which exposes some of the weaknesses that Notre Dame would be able to capitalize on, as he is easily flustered by defenders’ impacts, forcing him to move and throw.
In turn, Notre Dame’s Riley Leonard takes control of a team scoring 2092 yards and 16 touchdowns and leads efficient teams. No one will argue that Leonard’s numbers are anything LIKE Rourke’s, but his presence in crucial moments, along the versatility of the Notre Dame offense, makes him a threat as well. With what most people expect, showing what he can do, a rating of 140.8 certainly does not and greatly resounds behind him his expectation of little to no mistakes and control over the pace of the game.
Hoosiers Rely on Explosive Offense
In this context, Indiana’s games show their offensive strength, in particular, a 66-0 crushing of Purdue and a tough 20-15 battle against Michigan. Apart from large contributor Elijah Sarratt with 890 receiving yards, Justice Ellison solidifies the backfield with 811 rushing yards with 10 TDs. It will be equally important for Indiana to have a balance of their offense in all parts to counter what Notre Dame brings on the defensive side.
Fighting Irish Shine at Home
The historic team of Notre Dame dominated once again, stretching their victory streak to five consecutive games after defeating USC 49-35 and annihilating Florida State 52-3. Jadarian Price is their rushing leader, with 651 yards gained while averaging a staggering 7.3 YPC. Beaux Collins is present as a reliable target, but it’s the ability of Notre Dame to win battles at the line of scrimmage that allows Leonard to work.
Indiana Hoosiers Betting Trends
Indiana’s 9-2 ATS record reflects their ability to outperform expectations, while the total going OVER in nine of their last 11 games underscores their offensive prowess. With a perfect 10-for-10 OVER on the road, bettors should anticipate another high-scoring contest.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish Betting Trends
Notre Dame is 8-0 ATS in their last eight games, showcasing consistency and dominance. They’re undefeated at home in their last five games, and their 4-1 SU record in December highlights their ability to rise to the occasion. Their defensive strength complements their explosive offense, making them a balanced threat.
Indiana Hoosiers vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Betting Previews
The Indiana Hoosiers must rely on their high-scoring offense as they take on the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame, who are efficient and well-rounded. Indiana has had a strong showing, excluding ATS Hoosiers, which means that they are likely to upset Notre’s historic winning, but given their recent form, this winner’s edges should be able to hold out should they kick off as overall betting favorites. After analyzing both team’s offensive and defense, the 52.5 number feels great for a best pick.
There could be some good returns on prop bets regarding Kurtis Rourke’s passing yards prop and Justice Ellison’s rushing quarterback, while Riley Leonard’s passing number indicates rather solid expectations for him in this particular matchup. Get ready for a fierce battle, as this contest has the potential of a first-round playoff knockout implication.
Score Prediction: Notre Dame Fighting Irish 31, Indiana Hoosiers 27.
