and they have been just so, so, last few years, so now they are back, it is exciting, and as any true love, you see all the positive. I grew up hating ND, my family all went to Stanford and I was a big Indian fan growing up. Then my best friend who played football at ND invited my to go back for a ND vs USC game in South Bend. Been back every year for 15 years. I loved the fantastic campus, the fact they graduate 97% of players, the true student/athlete, great tradition,ect. so I have been a big fan for 15 yrs. I might be slightly to excited, but I'm enjoying to unexpected 11-0 season, and with a USC win, they will be in the big game. Also, Manti Te'o should be in the top 3 going to NY for the Trophy, he is a better person than a football player, if that is possible. This is from a Presbyterian super fan.