In their season opener, No. 20 Texas A&M will face No. 7 Notre Dame in a highly anticipated matchup at Kyle Field. This game marks the debut of Texas A&M's new head coach Mike Elko, who previously coached Notre Dame's quarterback Riley Leonard during their time at Duke. Elko acknowledges the unique challenge of facing a familiar player and emphasizes the need for strategic adjustments. Texas A&M's quarterback Conner Weigman returns from a season-ending injury, while Notre Dame's defense, led by standout defensive backs Benjamin Morrison and Xavier Watts, poses a significant threat. Additionally, the Aggies will miss running back Rueben Owens due to injury but have depth with Le'Veon Moss and Amari Daniels. Both teams aim to set a strong tone for the season in what is expected to be a competitive and intense game.