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The discussions pivoted towards determining whether Notre Dame has the caliber to contend for the national championship, particularly against teams like Ohio State and Texas. Marcello expressed optimism, suggesting that Notre Dame's defensive capabilities, coupled with the right game plan, could enable them to outmaneuver such formidable opponents.
He pointed to the recent exploits of Ohio State against Michigan, suggesting that Notre Dame’s defense could create opportunities by forcing mistakes and capitalizing on turnovers. The fighting Irish's strong performance in winning the turnover margin throughout the season positions them as a serious contender if they can replicate that success in future playoff matches.