California at Notre Dame 9/17/22 - College Football Picks & Predictions

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish remain at home and welcome in the California Golden Bears. The Irish lost at home last week 26-21 to Marshall. QB Tyler Buchner went 18/32 for 201 yards and 2 interceptions. Buchner was also the leading rusher with 13 carries for 44 yards. Notre Dame did not win any of the 4 quarters in the Marshall loss.

Notre Dame is averaging 15.5 points per game heading into their third game. Michael Mayer has been the top receiver for the Fighting Irish. Mayer has 13 catches on the season for 135 yards and a touchdown. Notre Dame's defense has been best against the pass. The Irish have allowed 184 passing yards per game. 

The California Golden Bears head into Notre Dame with a 2-0 record. The Golden Bears have outscored their opponents 54-27 through their first two games. California beat UNLV 20-14 in their last game. QB Jack Plummer threw for 278 yards and completed 28 of his 39 passes. 

Saturday will be the Golden Bears first road game of the season. California is averaging 273 passing yards per game which ranks 71st in college football. The Golden Bears are averaging 27 points per game. RB Jaydn Ott has been California's workhorse. Ott has 156 rushing yards and a touchdown on the season.