Glenn Earl blocks field goal as Notre Dame stays alive against Air Force
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 12:12 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
On October 28, 2000, Notre Dame faced Air Force and took a 28-10 lead. However, Air Force staged a comeback, tying the game at 28 before lining up for a field goal attempt with seconds left. Glenn Earl blocked the kick, leading to overtime where Joey Getherall scored the winning touchdown for a 34-31 Notre Dame victory. This game marked the first overtime contest in Notre Dame Stadium history, preserving the Irish’s Bowl Championship Series hopes.
- •Notre Dame led 28-10 with under 12 minutes remaining.
- •Air Force tied the game with a field goal attempt blocked by Glenn Earl.
- •Joey Getherall's touchdown in overtime secured Notre Dame's win.
- •Notre Dame's victory was vital for bowl eligibility and rankings.
- 12:12 AMYahoo Sports — Looking Back on the Block That Saved the Notre Dame Season in 2000
"For nearly three quarters, Notre Dame looked to be cruising toward another comfortable victory. The Irish built a commanding 28-10 lead over Air Force on October 28, 2000, and appeared to have the game well in hand. Then everything changed. The Falcons mounted an improbable comeback, erased the 18-point deficit, and lined up for a […]
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