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.

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

SportsLine's computer model has revealed its Week 3 college football picks, which include Arch Manning and Texas covering