{
  "id": 8599115,
  "title": "Here are the five stars for Notre Dame versus Michigan State",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/here-are-the-five-stars-for-notre-dame-versus-michigan-state",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-20T03:29:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/five-stars-notre-dame-versus-032915266.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Notre Dame defeated Michigan State 27-10 on Saturday, with their defense emerging as the standout performer. The Fighting Irish defense recorded two picks and nearly a third of the total points allowed, along with four sacks, all coming at crucial moments. The Spartans faced a single sloppy drive in the first half and had an early dropped wide-open touchdown pass opportunity that could have changed the game's outcome.\n\nNolan James was on the rise as a potential starter, accumulating 121 rushing yards and a touchdown on 26 carries against the Spartans. Quarterback CJ Carr had a solid game, completing 18-of-24 passes for 234 yards without interceptions and adding a rushing touchdown. Micah Gilbert delivered a stellar performance with eight catches for 170 yards, including a remarkable 61-yard catch on the game's opening play. Faison and safety Adon Shuler each had an interception, while safety Luke Talich and wide receiver Jordan Faison shared the top two honors.",
  "summary": "These are the five stars for Notre Dame from the 27-10 win over Michigan State.",
  "key_points": [
    "Notre Dame's defense recorded 2 picks and 4 sacks",
    "Nolan James rushed for 121 yards and a TD",
    "Micah Gilbert had 8 catches for 170 yards"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Notre Dame's dominant defensive display and breakout performances from several key players signal a strong start to the season for the Fighting Irish under their current lineup.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "MSU football hangs tough vs Notre Dame, then CJ Carr takes over",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/msu-football-hangs-tough-vs-notre-dame-then-cj-carr-takes-over",
        "published": "2026-09-20T02:46:44.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}