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sports6 hours ago

Freeman acknowledges NFL interest, stays focused on Notre Dame after CFP snub

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman, speaking for the first time since Notre Dame’s CFP snub, acknowledged persistent NFL interest and rumors linking him to several openings, but said he remains focused on Notre Dame and would consider an NFL move only if the timing and fit are right. Freeman also noted his enhanced contract and Notre Dame’s active transfer portal class, while reiterating commitment to the Irish as the program navigates postseason decisions and coaching staff adjustments.

sports1 day ago

Notre Dame coach Freeman denies battery accusation as police probe continues

Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman is accused of battery stemming from a high school wrestling incident in Mishawaka, Indiana. Notre Dame calls the allegations unfounded and says video evidence supports that claim, while Mishawaka police have forwarded the case to the county prosecutor to decide on charges; Freeman and his wife intervened to remove Freeman’s son from the scene, with no report of Freeman physically engaging anyone, and no charges filed yet.

sports2 days ago

Notre Dame coach Freeman denies battery claim after high school wrestling incident

A prep wrestling coach filed a police report accusing Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman of battery after an incident at a high school wrestling meet. Notre Dame says Freeman did not physically engage anyone and that video evidence allegedly exonerates him, with Mishawaka Police having turned the report over to prosecutors to decide whether charges will be filed.

sports23 days ago

Notre Dame-USC Rivalry Ends as Irish Sign Two-Year Deal with BYU

Notre Dame is criticized for backing out of its historic rivalry with USC, citing scheduling conflicts and strategic decisions to secure playoff berths, while USC emphasizes the importance of maintaining the rivalry for its national ambitions. The article portrays Notre Dame as avoiding competition and adjusting traditions for convenience, contrasting with USC's desire to preserve the historic rivalry amidst evolving college football landscapes.

sports24 days ago

College Football Playoff First-Round Highlights: Miami, Oregon, Ole Miss Advance; Notre Dame and Texas A&M Fall

The first round of the College Football Playoff saw wins for Alabama, Miami, Ole Miss, and Oregon, with Miami and Alabama earning notable victories, while Notre Dame and Texas A&M faced tough losses. Coaches like Kalen DeBoer and Mario Cristobal gained relief, but teams like Oklahoma and Texas A&M faced criticism. The Group of Five teams experienced heavy defeats, highlighting the disparity in the playoff landscape.

local-development27 days ago

South Bend and Notre Dame Launch Colfax Corner to Boost Downtown Innovation and Jobs

South Bend, in partnership with Notre Dame and Ancora, is developing the 202,000-square-foot Colfax Corner, a research and innovation hub featuring restored historic buildings and new facilities, aimed at creating over 400 high-tech jobs, fostering community engagement, and boosting the local economy with a projected $750 million impact over 10 years, supported by city, state, and nonprofit investments.