Does Notre Dame look better on Defense or was it just me?

Being a HUGE Notre Dame fan, I was very skeptical yesterday as to how they were going to look on the field. However, watching the game I actually noticed that we actually had a pass rushing defense that didn't let up for the first time since the Lou Holtz era began! And yes, I know that defense is Coach Kelly's thing but did the defensive team look a hell of a lot better or was I just seeing things? If so, then all we need is a little more work on Offense and hopefully the Fightin' Irish can be contenders again.