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Highpowered offenses clash as No. 21 Notre Dame faces Boise State Field Level MediaOctober 1, 2025 at 7:12 AM 0 Sep 20, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman and quarterback CJ Carr (13) sing the alma mater after beating the Purdue Boilermakers at Notre ...

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Sep 20, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman and quarterback CJ Carr (13) sing the alma mater after beating the Purdue Boilermakers at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images (Michael Caterina-Imagn Images)

Boise State coach Spencer Danielson knows his team might need some time to absorb its first trip to Notre Dame Stadium.

Danielson feels the same way as his players. That is why he is going to lead a tour of the stadium one day before Boise State (3-1) kicks off against No. 21 Notre Dame (2-2) on Saturday afternoon in South Bend, Ind.

"As a football fan, which we all are, and even me growing up in Southern California, Notre Dame's a team that you watch consistently year in and year out," Danielson said. "I mean, from 'Rudy' to South Bend to Touchdown Jesus, there's so much amazing history tied to Notre Dame. And I've never been there. I'm fired up as a coach. ...

"And so, we're going to be able to see the stadium the day before and go through it. Because I want, by the time we get to kickoff, it's time to go play football. They've got really good players. I believe in our players, too."

The Broncos will look for the upset win after tallying three wins in a row against Eastern Washington, Air Force and Appalachian State. Boise State's lone loss so far this season was on Aug. 28 at South Florida.

Notre Dame is seeking its third win in a row after knocking off Purdue and Arkansas in back-to-back weeks. The Fighting Irish scored 56 points in each of the past two games.

A big reason for the offensive surge is the performance of redshirt freshman quarterback CJ Carr. He has passed for 1,091 yards, nine touchdowns and two interceptions through his first four starts.

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman praised Carr for playing so well so early in his career.

"It's rare to be a second-year college football player playing in your fifth (career) game and performing at a level he's performing at," Freeman said. "It's rare. But I think CJ Carr is rare.

"He has this unique trait that very few people have. He is ... a competitive, selfless individual. It's not about CJ Carr. He's not so competitive that, 'I want to be able to throw for this amount.' It's like, 'Whatever we've got to do to win.'"

Carr is helped by the potent one-two rushing attack of Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price. Love has rushed for 341 yards and five touchdowns, and Price has produced 273 yards and six TDs on the ground.

Boise State also has thrived on offense, as it has scored 47-plus points in its last three games.

Broncos quarterback Maddux Madsen has passed for 1,129 yards, nine touchdowns and one interception. His top receiver, Latrell Caples, has 240 receiving yards and two scores.

Boise State also leans heavily on the run. Three players have figured prominently into the rushing attack, including Dylan Riley (360 yards, 5 TDs), Sire Gaines (245 yards, 1 TD) and Malik Sherrod (198 yards, 2 TDs).

Freeman acknowledged it will be a challenge to slow Boise State's ground game.

"They're going to keep fresh guys in there and make you stop the run," he said. "We have to understand that. ... We've got to be aggressive, and we've got to tackle well because those running backs, if you miss them, they'll go the distance."

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46 Cats Who Are Up To No Good But Are Still Cute Gabija PalšytėOctober 1, 2025 at 8:20 AM 0 Cats are naturally full of playful curiosity, driven by their instincts to hunt, explore, and observe their surroundings.

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Gabija PalšytėOctober 1, 2025 at 8:20 AM

Cats are naturally full of playful curiosity, driven by their instincts to hunt, explore, and observe their surroundings. Sometimes they have a weird way of doing that, getting themselves in all kinds of shenanigans, from being stuck in blinds to raiding the pantry when owners aren't looking. Their stealth while doing so resembles a criminal, but thanks to their cuteness, they avoid spending their nine lives behind bars. Many instances of such feline tomfoolery can be found over on 'Crime Cats' subreddit, which we scoured to create your purrfect Wednesday pick-me-up. Scroll down to find it below, and don't forget to upvote your favorites!

#1 The Funyun Stealer

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#3 This Is Motorboat High On Catnip

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According to experts, such weird cat behavior can be boiled down to one word—curiosity. They were blessed with this trait by their ancestors, who are mesopredators, both predators and prey.

"Cats must always be aware of what is going on in their surroundings. They can't afford to miss an opportunity to eat, but they must also be cautious of any dangers," says Mikel Delgado, Ph.D., Rover's resident cat expert on The Pet People Panel. To survive, cats have to be naturally curious and constantly observe, investigate, and learn.

#4 Robbery In Progress, Send All Available Units

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#5 We Still Haven't Been Able To Locate The Perp

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#6 You Were Kinda Asking For It

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They are also good hunters and highly intelligent animals—a combination that makes it hard for them to stay still. "Lively minds are by definition curious," said philanthropist and researcher Stephen Grand, Ph.D. "Cats frequently get themselves stuck up in trees, jammed in trash cans, or peppered with hedgehog quills—all in the name of curiosity."

#7 If I Fits, I'm The New Bird Seed

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Experts say the strong curiosity likely forms during kittenhood. "Kittens tend to be more curious because they are learning about things in their environment that they have never encountered before," Dr. Delgado says. "To determine if something is safe, a kitten might want to watch it, slowly approach it, and maybe touch, smell or taste it."

#10 You Fed The Dog First For The Last Time

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#12 Just Moved To An Appartement On The Ground Floor With A Garden, This Is Not My Cat

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This sense of curiosity doesn't disappear with age, but older cats may become more wary and calmer, as they face fewer new experiences with age. "A cat's sensitive period is between two and nine weeks of age," Dr. Delgado explains. "After that, it's not that the door for learning is closed, but they may be slower to form positive associations with new experiences and may be more wary."

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#14 Caught In The Act!

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#15 I Was Just Dusting Them

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One behavior that cats are led to do out of curiosity that people might see as mischievous is scoping out the countertops or pantries for a snack, even directly following a meal. Their search for food can be led by curiosity too, not only because of hunger cues.

"If cats were to wait until they were hungry before hunting, they would run a high risk of starving to death due to the difficult nature of hunting and capturing prey," International Cat Care explains. The curious cats are simply seeking out their next meal in the event that a dinner isn't served.

#16 Left Some Sauce On The Counter While I Was Outside And When I Came Back Some Was Missing. I Wonder Who Did It

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#17 Why He Do This?

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#18 I Was Trying To Help, I Swear!

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That said, curiosity shouldn't be confused with aggressive behavior. If owners notice any change in their feline's behavior, they should consider visiting a vet. When aggressive behavior appears, it's possible that they simply need an engaging environment to satisfy their curiosity, as indoor environments can stifle their natural instincts, leaving many cats under-stimulated and bored. Therefore, owners have to find healthy outlets for their natural behaviors like climbing, scratching, and hunting.

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This can be done with interactive play using interactive toys like feather wands or toy mice to mimic hunting behaviors. Playtimes should last 10-15 minutes twice daily to keep your pet active. It's also advised to rotate toys regularly to keep things fresh and exciting. Food time can also be engaging by utilizing food puzzles and hiding food to encourage felines to 'hunt' for it.

#22 And If You Tell Anyone!

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#23 Hello 911? There's An Intruder In The House!

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#24 Rules? I Scoff In The Face Of Rules!

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Another great tip to redirect a cat's curiosity from naughty behaviors is to install vertical spaces they can climb and even scratch their nails on. If it's possible, try to set up a window view for your cat so they can watch the outside world. Bonus points if you add a bird feeder outside for added entertainment. Lastly, DIY obstacle courses and hiding spots should get their energy out and should put an end to unwanted behaviors sparked by innocent curiosity.

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