Marcus Freeman previews Notre Dame's matchup with Michigan State

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman discussed the upcoming game against Michigan State, emphasizing the Spartans' toughness and confidence. Freeman highlighted Michigan State's physical style of play, attributing it to Pat Fitzgerald's influence. Both teams enter the matchup with a 2-0 record, with Notre Dame as a favorite by nearly 30 points, while Michigan State looks to mark a potential turnaround after years of underperformance. Freeman noted the significance of educating his team about the rivalry trophy, the Megaphone. He also expressed a need for improvement in their running game, as Notre Dame currently struggles in rushing statistics.

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