-- The biggest takeaway from Notre Dame’s loss last week wasn’t the offense, it was how much the defense struggled. Notre Dame has struggled to generate pressure, recording zero sacks against Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed. Reed made them pay, throwing 360 yards, with Notre Dame forcing only one turnover. Notre Dame held A&M to two field goals in the red zone and cornerback Leonard Moore came up with a clutch interception to keep the Irish in the game. The defense has plenty to fix, but there are glimpses of the unit fans expected to see.