Former Notre Dame defensive coordinator Clark Lea left the Fighting Irish to take the head coaching job at his alma mater Vanderbilt following the 2020 season. On Saturday, Lea led Vanderbilt to perhaps its biggest victory in program history as the Commodores shocked No.

This is significant, as Notre Dame, even without playing this weekend, came out a winner. Not on all ends, but the majority of them. Check out below my five thoughts on the Irish following Week 6 of college football.

Notre Dame is on bye in Week 6 after beating Louisville in Week 5. Here's a look at the Irish's remaining schedule, including who they play in Week 6: