... disappointing has this 2009 season been for Fighting Irish fans? How many would have believed Notre Dame would be limping across the country to play Stanford in the season finale with a 6-5 record?

 

When the 2009 schedule was first released, many pointed to this game against Stanford as a tough test to end the season. The Cardinal always play Notre Dame tough, coach Jim Harbaugh would have his team ready, and a possible BCS bowl game could be on the line for the Fighting Irish.

 

Instead of playing for a BCS berth, Notre Dame comes...

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