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Notre Dame now faces critical questions regarding their potential trajectory in the playoffs. While some pundits believe they have a solid chance against Penn State, doubts linger about their capability to topple the powerhouse Ohio State team. Analysts acknowledged Notre Dame's impressive physicality, especially in light of their success against an SEC team renowned for its strength. The influx of talent due to recent changes in NCAA policies, such as NIL, has allowed programs like Notre Dame to ramp up their competitiveness and attract previously untouchable recruits.