I think Ara’s still alive.
I think Ara’s still alive, as the Big Ten network just did a show on him (at Northwestern before ND). Ara still remembered specific plays from games in the 60s and 70s, and is, I think, 89 years old. What I think of ND football is 100% based on the coach. I rooted for Ara, Lou, and Ty and “hoped for failure” on most of the others. ND fans were so excited about 4 straight top recruiting classes, and this was supposed to be their year. Lou even predicted 12-0 and a spot in the BCS championship game. This was supposed to be the year, with the O-line mostly seniors and Jimmy, Golden, Michael Floyd and Armando Allen to score points. Next year will be very difficult, with both top QBs gone, and who knows how many recruits will back out of commitments.....
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