Realistically Freeman has everything he wants at Notre Dame, short of extra NIL funds, which every coach wants.

As is the case every week, Freeman spoke with the media Monday to preview the game, recap their most recent rivalry battle against the USC Trojans, and answer any other questions. One interesting question was asked about starting cornerback Christian Gray, his lapses in technique, and overall inconsistency as a player.

Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin has become a hot commodity on the coaching carousel this fall with the Rebels' decision-maker remaining in headines this month.

Notre Dame is prepping to travel to New England to take on the Boston College Eagles in game eight of the Fighting Irish football season. Notre Dame has this one game to make a loud example of itself before the initial college football rankings come out. So — hearing Marcus Freeman talk about struggling raises an eyebrow just a bit.