Film games: Because Notre Dame did not play last weekend, the Irish did not want to give USC a copy of their fifth game against Purdue until the Trojans played Arizona in their fifth game.
Don't expect linebackers: It's unlikely linebackers Thomas Williams or Oscar Lua will play on the kickoff team, although Carroll is considering using them to improve that unit's awful performance last weekend.
"It's just wear and tear, nothing serious," Williams said. "I want to go back to kickoff but it's natural wear and tear. I'm not as fresh as I was when I was 18, which sounds funny because I'm only 20."
Must-know information: Quarterback Matt Leinart's celebrity status brings some unusual questions and answers on Tuesdays, the only day he speaks to the media.
Looking for revenge: Defensive end Kyle Moore can't wait to play against Notre Dame, because the Irish stopped recruiting him during his senior year.
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