Marcus Freeman's verdict on Chris Ash speaks volumes after Notre Dame fans call for firingNotre Dame has conceded at least 27 points against all three of its opponents this season, higher than their average of just 15.5 points in 2024, leading to calls for defensive coordinator Chris Ash to be firedView 2 Images Marcus Freeman has pushed back on calls for Notre Dame defensive coordinator Chris Ash to be firedMarcus Freeman has dismissed calls for Notre Dame defensive coordinator Chris Ash to be fired following a concerning start to the 2025 season. 16 Texas A&M in Notre Dame's home opener in Week 2, while even unranked Purdue scored 30 points on the Irish defense in Saturday's first win of the season. Across multiple social media platforms, Notre Dame fans have called for Freeman to "please fire Chris Ash", with some claiming that the 51-year-old is "sabotaging" the team and has made the defense a "complete mess." While Notre Dame could well be a victim of its own high standards from last season, fans still believe there is reason to point fingers. A trip to face an Arkansas side with a top-five offense is next on the agenda for Notre Dame, and if the Razorbacks become the latest side to score a high number of points, those same concerns from Fighting Irish fans will only grow louder.