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Marcus Freeman Leads Notre Dame to First Championship Since 2012

1/15/2025

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Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame's head coach, has made a remarkable leap from Cincinnati, where he was instrumental in guiding the Bearcats to the 2021 College Football Playoff. With a coaching staff filled with familiar faces from his Cincinnati days, Freeman has revitalized the Irish, culminating in their first national championship appearance since 2012.

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Story summary

Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame's head coach, has made a remarkable leap from Cincinnati, where he was instrumental in guiding the Bearcats to the 2021 College Football Playoff. With a coaching staff filled with familiar faces from his Cincinnati days, Freeman has revitalized the Irish, culminating in their first national championship appearance since 2012.