Notre Dame should have been required a pep talk from "Dr. Lou" himself before being allowed to deny a bowl invite last week. Jack Swarbrick, ND Athletics Director, referred to his decision as being the result of "unique circumstances."

It's their own loss in so many ways. They sacrificed the 15 extra practice days before spring football, as well as missed out on the chance to give their seniors a final go as Navy and Gold.

Even more at a loss is a program to the north that is No. 25 in the nation. Tiny Central Michigan, in the underrated MAC, deserves a shot at the big boys this holiday season just as much as Boise State or TCU.

Not to take anything away from the Sun Belt champion, Troy, who CMU will face in the G...

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