The Ball State game is the type of game where Kelly's

rigidity about his offense and player hierarchy caused problems. Anyone that has seen a 4 star athlete line up against 2 star guys knows the advantage to the 4 star guy is huge and easily exploited. Notre Dame's talent advantage should have created mismatches all over the field...think Javon McKinley running wild and free against Bowling Green. Instead, the Irish struggled all game...and it wasn't just due to Wimbush's issues--that's another topic altogether. All it takes is for your Offensive Coordinator and Head Coach to identify the weak links on the other team...for Ball State, there were many... and let your athletes play.