Notre Dame failed to do the small things on Saturday night, but the Irish can't pout for long as another primetime game is on the horizon.

In a game that came down to one second and an inch, the ninth-ranked Fighting Irish repeatedly failed to execute late. That includes on No. 6 Ohio State’s go-ahead 1-yard touchdown run when a fourth defensive lineman was missing from the field.

Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman spoke following the 17-14 loss to Ohio State.

Thoughts on how much Notre Dame's team has changed since the last time they played Ohio State, why pressure and the blitz could be deciding factors in the matchup, and more on Notre Dame's huge game against Ohio State

On Saturday, No. 9 Notre Dame (4-0) will get another chance at No. 6 Ohio State (3-0). Only this year, the Irish enter with the offensive firepower to attack the Buckeye defense.

Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman didn't downplay the big game narrative, but he's also aware of what he and the Irish need to do this week to get a win against No. 6 Ohio State.

The Fighting Irish went 3-12 against AP top-10 opponents over the last decade with a 14.1-point average margin of defeat. A victory over the No. 6 Buckeyes on Saturday could shift program perception, boost recruiting and catapult Notre Dame to the forefront of the playoff discussions.

Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman spoke on Monday as the Fighting Irish prepare for Ohio State.

The Irish were sweating a little at halftime, but still managed to close it out the right way. Now the focus shifts to Ohio State

The Notre Dame offense stayed on fire, totaling 578 yards — a program high since defeating New Mexico 66-14 in 2019.

Thoughts on the elevated play of Notre Dame's defense to start this season, having several contributors step up with explosive plays on offense, the dominant 4th quarter against NC State, and more

In two-minute situations, the Fighting Irish quarterback has completed 14 of 17 (82.6%) for 221 yards and three touchdowns. A total of 2:50 has ticked off the game clock.

Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman spoke following Tuesday's practice as the Fighting Irish prepare for Central Michigan.

The Fighting Irish have been at their best when the ball is in the air through three games. Notre Dame is the only team in the country that ranks inside the top 10 in team pass efficiency (2nd) and pass efficiency defense (4th).

The Fighting Irish ran almost as many 40+ yards as they did all of last season and came up with some huge interceptions. Fortunately, that was enough to overcome a handful of inauspicious snafus.

The Fighting Irish came alive late to beat the Wolfpack, scoring 28 points in the final 17 minutes. Notre Dame also dealt with the elements, sitting in wet clothes and eating concession-stand hot dogs to survive an hour and 45-minute lightning delay.

Notre Dame receiver Chris Tyree spoke following practice as the Fighting Irish prepare for a road trip to NC State.

Thoughts on Notre Dame's first true test against NC State, the bigger problem with Clemson that no one seems to be talking about, and more