http://www.journalgazette.net Headlines from the Journal Gazette. Copyright 2010, www.journalgazette.net Newspapers http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100908/BLOGS02/100909562 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly talks about how much of his offense is installed and other topics after Wednesday's practice. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:11:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909562 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100908/BLOGS02/100909560 Notre Dame backup center Dan Wenger suffers second concussion; safety Jamoris Slaughter ahead of schedule coming back from sprained ankle. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:14:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909560 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100908/BLOGS02/100909622 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly wasn't surprised by everything that goes into a game at Notre Dame Stadium, but he admitted it was a lot. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 07:45:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909622 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100908/BLOGS02/100909623 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly discusses cornerback Darrin Walls and receiver TJ Jones. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 06:00:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909623 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100907/BLOGS02/100909625 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly discusses what he uses to measure whether his offense performed well in a game. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 21:20:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909625 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100907/BLOGS02/100909624 Notre Dame senior Bobby Burger getting the snap on a punt and then tossing the ball back to the punter wasn't in the plan against Purdue. But it still worked. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 21:24:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909624 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100907/BLOGS02/100909650 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly talks about his football team entering through the student section for warmups and whether the team will wear its green jerseys this season. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:47:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909650 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100907/BLOGS02/100909651 Along with playing host to Michigan on Satruday, Notre Dame is expected to have a large number of potential recruits as well as players who already orally committed to the Irish on hand this weekend. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:45:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909651 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100907/BLOGS02/100909649 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly said safety Jamoris Slaughter will be out of a walking boot today and will start preparing for Saturday's home game against Michigan. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:48:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909649 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100905/BLOGS02/100909737 Brian Kelly's Notre Dame debut went so well, he rewarded himself with a little college football TV watching of his own. Sun, 05 Sep 2010 22:16:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909737 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100904/BLOGS02/100909772 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly got to experience plenty of firsts Saturday in a 23-12 victory over Purdue in his Irish debut. Sat, 04 Sep 2010 21:46:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909772 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100904/BLOGS02/100909778 Notre Dame leads 20-5 early in fourth quarter against Purdue. Sat, 04 Sep 2010 18:05:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909778 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100904/BLOGS02/100909780 Notre Dame is in control but hasn't dominated in taking a 13-3 halftime lead over Purdue. Sat, 04 Sep 2010 17:10:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909780 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100904/BLOGS02/100909784 Notre Dame running back Armando Allen scored on a 22-yard run with 2:01 left in the first quarter to give Irish 7-0 lead over Purdue. Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:23:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909784 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100904/BLOGS02/100909788 Notre Dame is about to usher in the Brian Kelly era as kickoff against Purdue draws near. Sat, 04 Sep 2010 13:31:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909788 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100903/BLOGS02/100909816 Purdue beat writer Stacy Clardie and I preview Saturday's Notre Dame-Purdue game. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:02:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909816 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100903/BLOGS02/100909818 Notre Dame football players will take the field through the student section for pregame warmups. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 20:13:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909818 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100902/BLOGS02/100909873 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly switches place kickers going into Saturaday's opener, says tight end Mike Ragone is still doubtful and other thoughts. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:34:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909873 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100902/BLOGS02/100909931 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly will challenge his team to be perfect in practice today. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909931 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100901/BLOGS02/100909954 It looks like two independent college football programs will be sticking together. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:11:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909954 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100901/BLOGS02/100909932 Notre Dame had a good news-bad news day in regards to tight ends Wednesday. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:16:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909932 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100901/BLOGS02/100909925 Bishop Dwenger senior offensive/defensive lineman Tony Springmann confirmed he will be playing Friday when the Class 4A Saints (2-0) play host to 2-0 North Side. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 23:51:00 EST Irish Insights Greg Jones 2010100909925 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100901/BLOGS02/100909933 Here are some more items coach Brian Kelly talked about after Notre Dame's practice Wednesday. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:15:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909933 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100901/BLOGS02/100909969 Tyler Eifert, a former Bishop Dwenger standout, appears ready to be a big contributor at tight end for Notre Dame this season. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:01:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100909969 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100901/BLOGS02/100839879 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly is pleased with his kicking game heading into the season opener Saturday against Purdue. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100839879 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100901/BLOGS02/100839878 Notre Dame's depth at outside linebacker allows coach Brian Kelly to get creative with his depth chart. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 06:00:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100839878 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100831/BLOGS02/100839877 Notre Dame men's basketball coach Mike Brey will participate in the McDazzle 2010 “Men in Kilts” to help raise money to provide a free overnight stay at the Ronald McDonald Family Room for the family of a critically ill child. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:42:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100839877 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100831/BLOGS02/100839880 Notre Dame will have five first-time starters on offense this season, but receiver TJ Jones is the only true freshman making his first start in the season opener against Purdue on Saturday. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:37:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100839880 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100831/BLOGS02/100839883 Yours truly made an appearance on the College Football Spectacular, part of the "We've got Game" internet radio show. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:43:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100839883 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100831/BLOGS02/100839910 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly said receiver Shaquelle Evans is no longer on the football team and will transfer from the university. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:42:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100839910 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100831/BLOGS02/100839908 Notre Dame freshman Tommy Rees may be listed as the No. 2 quarterback behind starter Dayne Crist, but coach Brian Kelly warned not to assume that means Rees will be used over junior Nate Montana. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:53:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100839908 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100831/BLOGS02/100839907 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly updates the conditions of linebackers Anthony McDonald, Steve Paskorz and David Posluszny. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:01:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100839907 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100830/BLOGS02/100839940 Notre Dame released its football depth chart Monday with freshman Tommy Rees listed as the backup to junior Dayne Crist. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:16:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100839940 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100827/BLOGS02/100829544 The Notre Dame men's soccer team will use matches against Ohio State and IPFW this weekend to get a better idea of who will be able to contribute where this season. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:31:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829544 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100827/BLOGS02/100829576 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly talked about what goes into deciding when to use a freshmen's eligibility. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 12:30:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829576 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100827/BLOGS02/100829577 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly talks more about getting in shape. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829577 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100827/BLOGS02/100829578 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly breaks down how he will select captains this season. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 06:00:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829578 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100826/BLOGS02/100829580 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly had plenty of news about his players when he talked to the media after Thursday's practice. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:44:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829580 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100826/BLOGS02/100829579 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly has scaled practice back to make sure his players are ready for the season opener against Purdue on Sept. 4. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:57:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829579 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100826/BLOGS02/100829640 Notre Dame left tackle Zack Martin has been a stable presence on the offensive line. And he is about the only one. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:30:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829640 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100826/BLOGS02/100829641 The drop in experience between the starters on Notre Dame's defensive line and the backups is significant. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:00:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829641 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100825/BLOGS02/100829642 Notre Dame freshman linebacker Justin Utupo's eligibility is being looked at by the NCAA. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:12:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829642 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100825/BLOGS02/100829643 Notre Dame safety Jamoris Slaughter was held out of practice Wednesday because of a groin injury. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:10:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829643 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100825/BLOGS02/100829678 Notre Dame's Nick Tausch and David Ruffer battling for kicking duties as the season opener draws near. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:32:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829678 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100825/BLOGS02/100829677 Notre Dame's Darius Fleming is uniquely suited to play one of the outside linebacker positions. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:34:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829677 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100825/BLOGS02/100829723 Notre Dame football players weren't the only ones getting in shape for the season ... coach Brian Kelly also worked on getting physically ready for his first season with the Irish. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:00:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829723 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100825/BLOGS02/100829724 Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly breaks down some of the coaching staff's assignments for game day and gives a glimpse of the team's routine entering a game weekend. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 07:30:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829724 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100825/BLOGS02/100829725 Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly talks about the relationship between the fast-pace he wants his team to play at and NBC's broadcast of the games. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 06:30:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829725 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100824/BLOGS02/100829726 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly said freshmen quarterbacks Luke Massa and Andrew Hendrix will likely be used on the scout team when the season starts. Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:29:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829726 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100824/BLOGS02/100829736 Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly discusses where players are on the depth chart and competing for playing time at center, receiver, outside linebacker, safety, running back and surprisingly, left guard. Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:57:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Kraussz 2010100829736 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100824/BLOGS02/100829759 Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly said only linebacker Anthony McDonald could be a question mark for the season opener because of injury. Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:35:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829759 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100820/BLOGS02/100829948 Tony Springmann, an offensive and defensive for Bishop Dwenger, missed his team's first game because of a concussion. Fri, 20 Aug 2010 03:00:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100829948 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100819/BLOGS02/100819384 After Thursday’s practice, Kelly updated reporters on the status of some injured players. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 20:52:00 EST Irish Insights The Journal Gazette 2010100819384 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100819/BLOGS02/100819385 SOUTH BEND – Ara Parseghian knows a thing or two about winning football games at Notre Dame and the 87-year-old former Irish coach delivered a message to the current team Thursday. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:52:00 EST Irish Insights Associated Press 2010100819385 http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100819/BLOGS02/100819539 Former Bishop Dwenger standout John Goodman will have a more defined role in Notre Dame's offense this season. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 06:00:00 EST Irish Insights Tony Krausz 2010100819539