Although Notre Dame came close to winning its thrilling opening game vs. Miami on Sunday night, that honor ultimately went to the Canes, who sealed the deal on a 47-yard go-ahead field goal with 1:04 left on the clock. But Irish head coach Marcus Freeman wisely did not hit the panic button immediately after; instead, he noted that, for his squad, the "effort was there," a message he continued into the locker room.
In a video shared by ND's social media team, Freeman is heard delivering a fiery and inspiring postgame speech to a rapt audience of players. In our opinion, it's good enough to motivate really anyone listening, player or not, and it seems like the internet is also in agreement.
Fans loved the clip, and were quick to reshare it with a nod to Freeman in the ensuing post.
Here is the original video and transcription:
And here is the fan reaction:
The Fighting Irish will get another chance at a W when they host Texas A&M on Sept. 13.
