One truly becomes the Notre Dame football head coach when just enough success has been achieved that it doesn’t quite measure up to immense standards.

Now in his 11th season with the Fighting Irish, Brian Kelly received a small taste of it following the initial spring practice on March 5, just prior to spring break.

What seemed like an innocuous question from a reporter about improving the offensive line — specifically when it comes to running the ball — struck a nerve in Kelly, especially after producing a 33-6 record the past three years (sixth best in the Football Bowl Subdivision), including 11-2 last season.