Texas A&M's Offense Scores 41 Points in Win Over Notre Dame

Texas A&M's football team has showcased a remarkable offensive performance in 2025, scoring over 40 points in regulation for three consecutive games, a feat not achieved since Johnny Manziel's era. Quarterback Marcel Reed has been instrumental, throwing for 360 yards and two touchdowns against Notre Dame, helping secure the Aggies' first win over a top-10 non-conference opponent since 1979. Offensive coordinator Collin Klein's strategic adjustments, including utilizing the speed of wide receivers KC Concepcion and Mario Craver and exploiting Notre Dame's defensive vulnerabilities, contributed significantly to this success. Despite the offensive prowess, Texas A&M's defense showed weaknesses, particularly against the run, which head coach Mike Elko aims to address before facing Auburn. Meanwhile, Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman highlighted the benefits of the Wildcat formation used in their game against Texas A&M. Additionally, in a historical coaching context, Iowa's Kirk Ferentz reflected on nearly hiring Greg Schiano as defensive coordinator in 1999, a move that ultimately shaped Iowa's defensive success with Norm Parker.