Joel Klatt reveals prediction for Texas A&M at Notre Dame
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As the Texas A&M Aggies gear up for a primetime showdown against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Mike Elko‘s squad travels to South Bend with a singular mission: to avenge last year’s disappointing loss at Kyle Field. On the other side, Marcus Freeman and his team were equally determined to avoid another setback.
In this Week 3 marquee matchup, FOX Sports analyst Joel Klatt weighs in on what could have significant implications for the college football playoff landscape. Klatt confidently predicts that the Luck of the Irish will hold strong against the Aggies, asserting, ” I have Notre Dame covering the 6.5 (point spread). I think that they win this one, 31-24.”
A crucial factor in Klatt’s analysis is Notre Dame’s run game, a facet that faltered during their opener against Miami. He emphasizes the importance of getting star running back Jeremiyah Love involved early in the game.
“Look for Jeremiyah Love to have a big game,” Klatt said. “They did not get him the ball particularly early against Miami; that hurt them.”
With nearly 200 rushing yards in mass in last year’s encounter, 91 of which were credited to Love, at an impressive average of 6.5 yards per carry, the Aggies must prioritize shutting down this potent offensive weapon.
The question looms large: Can Texas A&M translate its potential into performance on the road? As Elko prepares his team for battle, he’ll likely focus on stopping a rushing attack that’s sure to be the foundation of the opposing game plan.
“If you’re an offensive coach and think to yourself, what in the world were we doing? Why did our best player not touch the football more often?” Klatt mused on the lack of Love against Miami. “They get it to him (against A&M). A&M defense is not what Miami’s defense is.”
This matchup presents a big opportunity– one where a solid Texas A&M team faces off against the potentially great Notre Dame squad. Will Saturday night reveal who truly deserves a spot among college football’s elite? Tune in at 7:30 p.m. ET from South Bend
Lee Ann joins the Saturday Down South team, bringing over fifteen years of experience covering the SEC as both a sports journalist and football scout. With her keen eye for talent, she has also flexes her skills as the Director of Recruiting for the Rebel Walk( Ole Miss) Herring, is a staff writer at USA Today Sports Wildcats Wire, where she dives into the thrilling world of Kentucky football and basketball. When fall rolls around, you can catch her on air as an analyst for the Wake up 502 College Football Show on Big X Sports Radio 96.1 FM—because who doesn't love a good game day chat? A proud Brown University alum, Lee Ann balances her time between the sidelines and press box with her passion for coaching her boys' youth lacrosse and savoring a fine glass of bourbon alongside a good cigar. So, whether she's dissecting plays or rallying the next generation of athletes, Lee Ann is your spirited insider ready to tackle all things SEC!
