Ohio State started the second half strong as well as they scored a touchdown on their first drive, and then they kicked a field goal after Notre Dame failed to convert a fake punt. It was 31-7, and the Fighting Irish were showing no signs of life. Then, everything changed.

The Irish Illustrated team has its finger on the pulse of Notre Dame transfer portal news, recruiting, coaching staff moves and more after the Irish lost to Ohio State in the CFP National Championship

Fans are making their way out to local bars and restaurants to watch the big game.A watch party hosted at one local brewery has grown with popularity throughout

While Notre Dame fell short of the main goal of winning a natty, Leonard and the Fighting Irish can still be proud of what they have accomplished, having made it to the CFP title game after beating the likes of No. 10 seed Indiana Hoosiers, No. 2 seed Georgia Bulldogs and No. 6 seed Penn State Nittany Lions.

Notre Dame has one of the most storied histories in college football, but no recent championships. Here's when the Fighting Irish last won a title:

Much to the chagrin of the Fighting Irish faithful, Notre Dame fell short in their comeback effort against the Ohio State Buckeyes on Monday night in the CFP national championship game. Still, Notre Dame fans have a lot to celebrate after posting one of the most remarkable seasons in recent Fighting Irish history.

Ohio and Indiana governors bet local treats on the college football national championship game between Ohio State Buckeyes and Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

Notre Dame fell to Ohio State in the national championship on Monday night. Here are the highlights from the Fighting Irish's loss: