Freeman, once in danger of failing, is starting to look more like former Notre Dame head coaches who made moves in their third year.

The USC Trojans will end the 2024 regular season with a 6-6 record following a loss against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. After the game, Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman spoke about the close matchup.

Two long interception returns for touchdowns in the final four minutes seal a Fighting Irish victory over the Trojans that was much closer than the 49-35 final score at the Coliseum.