In the 1980′s and 1990′s, these 2 teams would’ve been a lock for a Fiesta Bowl or another BCS-type game however the BCS program was not in place in those days. Players and systems could adjust through the years, but these 2 teams can still put on one heck of a show. The Florida State Seminoles face the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the Champs Sports Bowl in Orlando on December 29th. As opposed to Bobby Bowden versus Lou Holtz, we have Jimbo Fisher versus Brian Kelly in what is sure to be an awesome game. The sports book appears to agree with Florida State at -3 and the over/under at 47.

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The Seminoles come into the Citrus Bowl with an 8-4 overall record and a 5-3 record in the ACC Atlantic Division. As discussed, Jimbo Fisher’s record now sits at a respectable 18-8 following 2 full seasons as Fisher is the heir apparent of Bobby Bowden. Merely giving up 15.2 ppg which ranks fourth in the nation, FSU’s offense averages 31.7 ppg and the defense locked down enemy teams. FSU’s passing game is dealt with by junior Quarterback E.J. Manuel.

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Averaging 30.5 ppg on offense and 20.9 ppg on defense, Notre Dame come into play with an 8-4 record as an independent. Brian Kelly is attempting to strengthen on his legacy and the key successes than he’s undergone in Cincinnati and Grand Valley State.

Sophomore Quarterback Tommy Rees is at the lead of the Fighting Irish. Notre Dame presents a bruising running game with the team of junior RB Cierre Wood and senior RB Jonas Gray. Junior WR Michael Floyd ranks 8th in the nation with 95 receptions, with shades of Irish legend Raghib Ismail. Junior TE Tyler Eifert is a effective and reliable second option for Rees.