As Notre Dame prepares to face Penn State in a CFP battle, here’s why the Fighting Irish have earned trust and confidence this season.

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish had an early season loss to Northern Illinois, which caused many people to write them off. Since then, they have won 12 straight, with 11 of those games being won by double-digits.

MIAMI — Notre Dame is one of four teams still standing in the College Football Playoff. On Thursday night, the Fighting Irish (13-1) will face off against Penn State (13-2) for a chance to play in

Notre Dame brings a rich history to the College Football Playoff semifinals, but it's been quite a while since the Fighting Irish won it all.

The Penn State Nittany Lions and Notre Dame Fighting Irish meet for the 20th time in the Orange Bowl. The winner gets a shot at the national championship.