Marcus Freeman was highly critical of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish's defensive display in the 41-40 loss to the Texas A&M Aggies.

No. 8 Notre Dame faces a must-win opportunity as the Fighting Irish host No. 16 Texas A&M on Saturday night at Notre Dame Stadium. The Fighting Irish lost a heartbreaker 27-24 against No. 5 Miami in the opener after allowing a game-winning drive with only 1:04 remaining.

Texas A&M Aggies safety Bryce Anderson left the game on a cart in a neck brace during their game against Notre Dame.

Running back Jeremiyah Love has given the No. 8 Notre Dame Fighting Irish a late lead over the No. 17 Texas A&M Aggies. Love ran the ball in from 12 yards out following a fourth-down run that he converted. His touchdown marked the end of a 12-play, 75-yard drive that consumed 6:13.

The safety from Beaumont was hurt making a tackle after a deep pass late in the first half of Saturday's game.

With CJ Carr set for his second career start, Mike Elko shares his candid thoughts on the Notre Dame quarterback before facing the Aggies in South Bend.

On Wednesday, Notre Dame junior WR Jaden Greathouse discussed what he expects from Texas A&M's athletic, but "handsy" secondary ahead of Saturday.