US EditionNotre Dame coach Marcus Freeman attends title game, says Irish have to ‘leave no doubt’ in 2026
- On Monday, Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman announced a simple mantra for the 2026 season, saying 'It's up to us to leave no doubt.'
- Freeman traced the mantra to last season's arc when Notre Dame started 0-2 after losses to Miami Hurricanes and Texas A&M, then won 10 straight but missed the College Football Playoff.
- Appearing on ESPN, Freeman acknowledged the Notre Dame team’s disappointment after missing the CFP field, saying 'You get in front of your team and you don't have the answers for why'.
- Assessing voter perception, Freeman said the AP college football rankings showed continued wins would likely lead to the playoff but conceded the team never deserved to be ahead of Miami Hurricanes or Alabama.
- The Irish will host the Miami Hurricanes on Nov. 7, creating a rematch tied to Freeman’s season-opening loss at Hard Rock Stadium.
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Marcus Freeman's Appearance On College Gameday Directly Contradicts Notre Dame's Bowl Game Boycott
Notre Dame chose not to play in a bowl game after it missed out on the College Football Playoff but Marcus Freeman had no problem joining the College Gameday desk prior to the national championship. Although his lengthy appearance on ESPN served its purpose, it directly contradicts the Fighting Irish’s decision to withdrawal from the postseason. They were trying to make a point. For the head coach to then appear on the pregame show for the colle…
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Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman attends title game, says Irish have to 'leave no doubt' in 2026
Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman emphasizes a clear mantra for his team: Leave no doubt. Freeman's season began with a loss to Miami at Hard Rock Stadium.
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