Marcus Freeman elevates Notre Dame football, exceeding the Brian Kelly era with CFP victories and a whole new vibe.

Four of the five Notre Dame coaches who have won national titles did so in their third seasons. Marcus Freeman, now in his third season, could join them this month.

Coach Marcus Freeman says Notre Dame will treat this week like any other game week but that the Irish have to "expedite the preparation" with two fewer days to get ready than Penn State for the Orange Bowl.