Texas A&M Coach Elko Returns Notre Dame Stadium, Praises Irish Running Backs

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko is preparing for a significant matchup against No. 8 Notre Dame, marking a full-circle moment as he returns to South Bend where he served as defensive coordinator until 2017. Elko highly praises Notre Dame's running back duo, Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price, comparing them to the legendary Georgia tandem of Nick Chubb and Sony Michel, emphasizing their athleticism, power, and versatility as pass catchers. Texas A&M's defense aims to improve on recent performances to contain this talented backfield, a key focus given the Irish's strong rushing attack which gained 198 yards against A&M last season. Elko acknowledges the magnitude of this top-10 road game, recognizing it as a big stage and opportunity despite maintaining that every game matters throughout the season. The game carries added weight as a potential breakthrough for Texas A&M, which has struggled against ranked opponents on the road, and a victory could significantly boost their national standing and playoff prospects. Both teams appear highly motivated, with Elko respecting Notre Dame's talent while also rallying his players to rise to the occasion.