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Bleacher Report: Notre Dame Football: Michael Floyd's Revival Will Help Irish Forget Kyle Rudolph

On the first offensive play from scrimmage in Notre Dame's 44-20 victory last week against Western Michigan, Irish quarterback Dayne Crist did two things that he has done rarely this season. He looked off a safety and put some air under a throw. The result was an easy catch by Michael Floyd, that turned into any 80-yard touchdown reception. In isolation, it was the first of several big plays which propelled Notre Dame to an easy win. On a deeper level, it was a signal that the Irish may be able to survive, and even thrive, during the remainder of ...

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