SOUTH BEND, Ind -- Sunshine and Flowers. Two words not normally associated with South Bend in November are primary elements in today's game between Navy and the Fighting Irish. Outside the weather is sublime--and unseasonal--as an Indian Summer sky looms overhead with temperatures in the mid-sixties. This is the kind of weather you'd hope to have in a bowl game much less the first week of November in the Midwest.Taking it all in from a front-row seat will be Arizona high school senior Marquis Flowers, a 6-foot-2, 195-pound safety/OLB type who is making an official visit. The Phoenix native is also considering USC, UCLA and Arizona's two Pac-10 schools, Arizona and Arizona State. Translation: he loves the weather at home (who wouldn't) but he might be willing to leave for the Irish. I am done forseeing the importance of weather on a visit after the Manti Te'o signing, but certainly today's clement climate cannot hurt Notre Dame's chances.
The other big story--the biggest story, in fact--is the return of Michael Floyd. On a day that was made for 7-on-7 drills, Irish quarterback has to be thrilled to have both Floyd and Golden Tate at his disposal. This will be interesting.
So buckle up, everyone. Enjoy the game and if you feel inclined while reclined, join me on the tweets.




