In a stunning twist that could only be rivaled by a plotline from a Hollywood script, Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love has risen from the ashes of his own knee injuries, declaring himself ready to make an appearance in the College Football Playoff semifinal against sixth-seeded Penn State. This knee saga has been more thrilling than any Michael Bay explosion scene as the Fighting Irish prepare to showcase their potent ground game—if there’s no more drama, of course. The saga began during the Sugar Bowl, where Love, masked and armored in an impressive brace that would make even Iron Man jealous, bravely played through the pain. After attempting what can only be described as the most dramatic re-injury in the history of sports, he bravely entered the medical tent not once, but twice—because apparently once just isn't enough when you're trying for the Best Dramatic Performance award. “When he walked off the field with that brace, I knew we were on the verge of something spectacular,” said a breathless Notre Dame coach, who was apparently unaware their season wasn't just a reality TV show. “I don't know what he said in the tent, but I imagine it was somewhere between 'I'm back' and 'I can’t leave these fans hanging!'” Sources close to Love have revealed that during his recovery, the star athlete has spent hours binge-watching motivational sports films like “Rocky” and “Rudy,” while practicing his inspirational speeches in front of the mirror. Reportedly, his favorite line to recite is, “It ain’t about how hard you can hit, it’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward!”—which he might really believe, considering he’s literally moving on a knobbly knee. Critics argue that this “dramatic comeback” might just be a carefully orchestrated marketing stunt to bolster ticket sales and viewership ratings for the game. When asked for comment, Love said, “I can’t let a little thing like cartilage get in the way of my dreams. Plus, they need me for ticket sales, right?” Immediately following his candid comment, a loud crash was heard offstage, with the unmistakable sound of thousands of people simultaneously facepalming. As the playoff showdown against Penn State approaches, anticipation is running wild. Penn State fans are reportedly bracing themselves for Love's return, using a mix of sage, salt circles, and misplaced optimism to ward off the ill-fated blessings of the injury gods. Meanwhile, the Fighting Irish have begun to hand out complimentary knee braces to fans, humorously suggesting they may need them after watching Love’s highway to the danger zone. In the shadows of the stadium, medical teams are undoubtedly preparing for the unexpected, while the Notre Dame football team warms up. And who knows—perhaps there will be a sequel to this knee drama, starring a character that should have probably chosen a safer career path. As for Jeremiyah Love, for now he’s living the ultimate Hollywood comeback story. The knee may be sore, but the drama is at an all-time high!