First how do you know he didn't. More importantly, you only have so many practice reps. So lets get this straight, you would rather give the third string QB extra reps (who's had a couple years of endless practice reps) instead the inexperienced QB who will be starting. Makes zero sense.
Coaches did a good job. ND is significantly better than us on paper. Plus home field. Plus refs. Staff gets a thumbs up from me on this one