The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
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Jan 10, 2025 
Urban Meyer, a three-time national champion college football coach, shares his insights on Notre Dame's impressive turnaround after a tough loss. He discusses the coaching mismatch between Marcus Freeman and James Franklin, emphasizing strategic decisions made during their thrilling game against Penn State. Meyer highlights Notre Dame's resilience despite limited elite recruits and critiques late-game choices by Penn State. The conversation also touches on the nostalgic rivalry between northern college powerhouses and the current dominance of the SEC.
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Coaching Mismatch
- Notre Dame's win over Penn State showcased a coaching mismatch between Marcus Freeman and James Franklin.
- Freeman's meticulous planning and player-coach dynamic led Notre Dame to victory despite injuries and questionable calls.
Freeman's Turnaround
- Marcus Freeman's journey at Notre Dame began with an 0-3 start, including a home loss to Marshall.
- Despite initial struggles, Freeman's belief in himself and his team propelled Notre Dame's resurgence.
Late-Game Decisions
- James Franklin's late-game decision-making was questioned.
- Cowherd believes Penn State should have prioritized overtime, given their strengths and Notre Dame's strong secondary.