Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman is emphasizing a focus on current performance to avoid repeating last season’s College Football Playoff snub. Speaking at a news conference Tuesday, Freeman addressed the team's expectations heading into the 2024 season and their upcoming game against Wisconsin.
The Fighting Irish are projected to begin the season ranked in the top five of the AP poll. Freeman hopes that the disappointment of being left out of the playoff last year will serve as a motivating factor for his players this season, pushing them toward securing a spot in the 2024 playoffs.
During the press conference, Freeman largely avoided dwelling on the past, instead looking forward to Notre Dame’s season opener against Wisconsin on September 6 at Lambeau Field. He stated plainly, “We didn’t earn that opportunity,” referring to last year's exclusion from the playoff field. This comment underscores his belief that consistent performance throughout the season is crucial for postseason consideration.
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