Podcast appearances and mentions of marcus freeman

Key Points:Charles Jagusah Injury & Offensive Line Depth Chart: In case of an offensive guard injury, there are discussions about whether to replace with another guard or move a tackle to guard and start a different tackle.Recruiting Success: Discussion on Marcus Freeman's success in recruiting NFL players' children, attributing it to Freeman's connection with players and the appeal of Notre Dame's education.Offensive System: There is confusion regarding the roles of receivers and tight ends in the Notre Dame offense, particularly the definition of a "slot" receiver and the potential for a versatile system.Preseason Rankings: Inquiry about the likelihood of a preseason top 10 team finishing unranked, specifically comparing Notre Dame's chances to other top 10 teams.Wide Receiver Recruiting: Notre Dame has had a successful week in recruiting wide receivers, but questions remain about how the offense will utilize their talent.James Rendell's Status: There is a question regarding James Rendell's projected performance for the upcoming season and whether his remaining eligibility has been clarified.Sign up now to access the daily Notre Dame news and recruiting scoop on the Four Horsemen Lounge and all of the premium Notre Dame stories on IrishIllustrated.com!Get your first month for only $1.00 -- sign up today.

Marcus Freeman is just getting started at Notre Dame and you best get used to it.

Chuck is back! We start today with Oklahoma AD Joe Castiglione announcing his retirement, and how the SEC is calling media days SEC Kickoff. We then look at the Notre Dame program with Tyler James from BlueandGold.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a wild one. • The Dolphins and Steelers are out here trading like it's a fantasy league. • Darren Waller might be back… or maybe not? • EA Sports is bringing back a college basketball game, and 2K is firing shots. Are we getting a new video game war? • Marcus Freeman to the Steelers?! What would it take for Mike to be okay with that? • The Bucks waived Dame Lillard(?!), and Malik Beasley is under investigation. • March Madness might expand again, NHL's got a new CBA, and Chris Robinson's junk led to an endorsement deal. Also: Moon Mammoths, robot soccer, Coach O at weddings, and the greatest Sip, Chug, Drainpour of all time (Maury, Springer, Dr. Phil).

Heath Cline in for Chuck today! We begin today’s show with the most important player in college football you’ve never heard of, and Auburn’s deal with Nike to be their apparel provider. We then look at the CFB video game and other things with Demetri Ravanos from SEC Unfiltered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pop-Tarts Bowl mascot is officially in College Football 26—EA Sports owns us now. We talk about all the chaos coming to the game, including Marcus Freeman's rough in-game model, Lou Holtz possibly showing up, and why there still isn't a Mascot Mode. Plus:

Chuck thinks things are looking up at FSU and Georgia Tech. Chuck and Heath look at the CFB video game stadium rankings. Tim O'Malley of Irish Illustrated sizes up Notre Dame at mid summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 - discussing how Bucky McMillan has assembled his team + Marcus Freeman Listen-In

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Comments from Marcus Freeman about the future of college football and the future of the USC rivalry on the Joel Klatt Show, comments from Klatt about the mix of modernization and tradition at Notre Dame, breaking news that offensive lineman Grayson McKeough has committed to Notre Dame, comments from Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia on the Big Ten, Stephen A. Smith's latest controversy, and Caitlin Clark's skirmish involving former Irish women's basketball player Marina Mabrey Tuesday night in Indy. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

The College Football Experience (@TCEonSGPN) on the Sports Gambling Podcast Network continues its 136 college football team preview series with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 2025 Season Preview. Pick Dundee aka (@TheColbyD) & Ryan McIntyre (@Moneyline_Mac) break down the entire 2025 Notre Dame Fighting Irish roster and key in on the upcoming schedule. Is Notre Dame poised for another National Championship run in 2025? Can C.J. Carr the grandson of legendary Michigan head coach Lloyd Carr lead the Irish to the college football playoffs in his first season at the helm? Did Notre Dame win or lose the transfer portal?Does Notre Dame have the best overall deal in all of college football with them being Independent? Is Jeremiyah Love the best running back in America? Where are Notre Dame fans with the current state of the program and Marcus Freeman? Can Notre Dame avoid the bad losses this season after dropping games to Stanford, Marshall and Northern Illinois over the past 3 years? Does Notre Dame have perhaps the best offensive line in the country?Is this years Notre Dame schedule much more difficult than last years schedule? How great is the Notre Dame Miami Hurricanes "Cathlics vs Convicts" rivalry? How will the loss of Al Golden affect the Fighting Irish in 2025 and can Chris Ash improve this defense? Is Notre Dame Stadium one of the best stadiums in America to catch a football game? Should we lock up Notre Dame to make another college football playoff? We talk it all and more on this 2025 Notre Dame Fighting Irish edition of The College Football Experience. 00:34 Hosts Introduction and Show Overview 03:30 Notre Dame's 2025 Season Recap 06:55 Notre Dame's Sweet Deal as an Independent 08:46 Offensive Strategy and Key Players 17:13 Defensive Strategy and Key Players 24:45 State of the Program and Stadium Review 31:48 Upcoming Season and Key Games 39:04 Notre Dame Fans and Road Games 39:19 CJ Carr's First Road Game 39:29 Notre Dame vs. Miami History 40:21 Notre Dame's Strategy and Strengths 40:34 Debating the Miami Game Outcome 42:14 Notre Dame's Bye Week Strategy 43:43 Notre Dame's Upcoming Opponents 46:30 Potential Upsets and Key Games 49:31 Notre Dame's Tough Schedule 51:11 Notre Dame vs. NC State 53:43 Notre Dame vs. USC 55:50 Notre Dame's Final Stretch 01:02:07 Season Predictions and Betting Odds 01:07:53 Concluding Thoughts and Next Preview JOIN the SGPN community #DegensOnlyExclusive Merch, Contests and Bonus Episodes ONLY on Patreon - https://sg.pn/patreonDiscuss with fellow degens on Discord - https://sg.pn/discordDownload The Free SGPN App - https://sgpn.appCheck out the Sports Gambling Podcast on YouTube - https://sg.pn/YouTubeCheck out our website - http://sportsgamblingpodcast.comSUPPORT us by supporting our partnersUnderdog Fantasy code SGPN - Up to $1000 in BONUS CASH - https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-sgpnRithmm - Player Props and Picks - Free 7 day trial! http://sportsgamblingpodcast.com/rithmmRebet - Social sportsbook - 100% deposit match promo code SGPN in your app store! ADVERTISE with SGPNInterested in advertising? Contact sales@sgpn.io Follow The College Experience & SGPN On Social MediaTwitter - https://twitter.com/TCEonSGPNInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/TCEonSGPNTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@TCEonSGPNYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheCollegeExperienceFollow The Hosts On Social MediaColby Dant - http://www.twitter.com/thecolbydPatty C - https://twitter.com/PattyC831NC Nick - https://twitter.com/NC__NicK Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER CO, DC, IL, IN, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800 BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI)

Penn State had very important recruits taking official visits. Khary Adams, Joey O'Brien, and Grayson McKeough were all thought to be strong PSU possibilities, but then there was Notre Dame.The Fighting Irish look like they will sign all three, and there's another recruit the Nittany Lions will probably lose to Marcus Freeman's program, too. On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

In a weekly YouTube live show, Blue & Gold's Tyler Horka and Jack Soble analyze six Notre Dame topics with host Mike Singer.

Greg Flammang and Jamie Uyeyama of Irish Sports Daily recap the latest news in Notre Dame football recruiting and discuss the huge recruiting weekend which saw 21 players take official visits to campus with several of them being elite prospects. The Irish and Marcus Freeman needed to make moves at wide receiver and defensive back and early indications show that they did just that. But was it enough to earn commitments? The boys discuss.

Jessica Smetana joins to rank the best coaches in college football, including where we place Marcus Freeman among his peers. (The Top 25 coaches newsletter referenced during the discussion.) Then (42:20) The Athletic's Sabreena Merchant joins to discuss the state of the Notre Dame women's basketball program, how there's a star void to be filled for the 2025-26 season and how Irish alumnae are thriving in the WNBA this season. Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 11am hour is presented by Trajan Weath. Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit TrajanWealth.com to learn more about retirement and state planning. Braves & Mets finally tangle On Campus 4-6-3 Kirby Smart slows the hype on super frosh Elijah Griffin See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FOX Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt sits down with Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman to discuss the Fighting Irish's run to the National Championship Game and how the program builds on that success. They talk about Notre Dame's independence in the sport and whether that is something that will always make sense in the future with the changing landscape in college football. The two also get into the nature of scheduling in the sport and why Freeman wants the USC rivalry to continue on a yearly basis. Coach opens up about what he's learned in his first 3 full seasons as the leader of one of the most prestigious programs in the country and much more in the first episode of Big Noon Conversations in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Notre Dame Football Talk. InsideNDSports.com's Eric Hansen joins the show to discuss the injury to Irish defensive end Jordan Botelho plus is Marcus Freeman in South Bend for the long haul. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notre Dame Football Talk. InsideNDSports.com's Eric Hansen joins the show to discuss the injury to Irish defensive end Jordan Botelho plus is Marcus Freeman in South Bend for the long haul. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last year, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish finished their incredible season just short of a national championship. After falling to the Buckeyes in Atlanta this past season, Notre Dame is looking to make a run back to the College Football Playoff. As CJ Carr is expected to enter the helm as QB1, Marcus Freeman and the Irish have a lot to look forward to this season. Watch here as Tyler Horka from Bluenadgold.com joins Andy & Ari to break down everything involving the Fighting Irish. More news on the Fighting Irish here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/ Follow Tyler Horka here: https://x.com/tbhorka (0:00-1:53) Intro: Notre Dame(1:54-8:25) Tyler Horka Joins(8:26-12:40) Expectations of Notre Dame(12:41-19:59) CJ Carr ready to go?(20:00-23:53) Offensive weapons for the Irish(23:54-25:39) Jeremiyah Love, the best RB in CFB?(25:40-31:40) Biggest Change in CFB that has benefitted ND?(31:42-33:43) Conclusion: Notre Dame's Schedule Want to watch the show instead? Head on over to YouTube and join us LIVE, M-F at 9:30 am et! https://www.youtube.com/@On3sportsInterested in partnering with the show? Email advertise@on3.com  

Irish Breakdown is joined by Notre Dame football and men's basketball radio play-by-play announcer Tony Simeone on today's show. Simeone talks with IB's Sean Stires about is first season calling Fighting Irish football and shares his thoughts on Marcus Freeman, radio partner and ND alum Ryan Harris, ND men's basketball and more. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion Bryan and Shaun had looking back at some questions they had about Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame after the 2024 season ended. Would they stay hungry, or would they get complacent after the title run? After some comments made by Marcus Freeman it appears we have a better sense of that answer. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion Bill Bender of Sporting News had with the Irish Breakdown team of Bryan and Trevor to discuss his view on Notre Dame. They cover Bill ranking the Irish No. 5 in his preseason ranking, his thoughts on Marcus Freeman and a discussion of Notre Dame vs USC. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Pete Sampson, Notre Dame beat writer for the Athletic joins the show to talk about the Irish and Marcus Freeman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

USC coach Lincoln Riley told On3's Pete Nakos this week that he'd comment on the whether the Notre Dame rivalry would continue “at the appropriate time.”(0:00-0:59) Intro(1:00-19:35) A Deep Dive into Notre Dame and USC's Future(19:36-25:58) Tough Scheduling conversation(25:59-31:27) Reading comments online(31:28-41:20) Ryan Williams and Diego Pavia's trash talk(41:21-51:11) Joey McGuire on Conference Bias(51:12-59:38) Continuing the conference, CFP discussion(59:39-1:02:40) Conclusion: Dear Andy & Ari tomorrow Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said last week that he wants to play USC every season, and he doesn't care where the game falls. One side is destroying the other in the PR battle, and Andy and Ari break down the reasons why this deal still isn't done. Plus, Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire says we need to stop assuming one conference is better than another and let the teams decide it on the field. Also, Alabama's Ryan Williams told Jon Gruden the Crimson Tide will “kill an ant with a sledgehammer” when they play Vanderbilt this season. Vandy quarterback Diego Pavia responded quickly.  Watch our show LIVE on YouTube, M-F at 9:30 am et! https://youtube.com/live/ygxSbfM5qPg Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey Want to partner with the show? E-mail advertise@on3.com

Bill Bender of Sporting News joins the Irish Breakdown team of Bryan and Trevor to discuss his view on Notre Dame. They over Bill ranking the Irish No. 5 in his preseason ranking, his thoughts on Marcus Freeman and a discussion of Notre Dame vs USC. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Heath starts hour 2 talking Alabama with Drew DeArmond from 97.7 The Zone in Huntsville, and ESPN’s first release of the FPI rankings. We then talk the SEC meetings and the new CFB video game with Andy Staples from On3 Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notre Dame Football Talk. InsideNDSports.com's Hall-of-Fame writer discussed Kenny Minchey's role if he is the back up quarterback, Marcus Freeman now being "ahead of the curve" and the College Football Hall of Fame chances of Manti Te'o and Todd Lyght. Plus the Irish baseball team takes a hit while the Cubs continue to get plenty of hits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notre Dame Football Talk. InsideNDSports.com's Hall-of-Fame writer discussed Kenny Minchey's role if he is the back up quarterback, Marcus Freeman now being "ahead of the curve" and the College Football Hall of Fame chances of Manti Te'o and Todd Lyght. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of the RTCF show, Bryan and Shaun look back at some questions they had about Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame after the 2024 season ended. Would they stay hungry, or would they get complacent after the title run? After some comments made by Marcus Freeman it appears we have a better sense of that answer. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: We discuss comments from Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman on if quarterbacks CJ Carr and Kenny Minchey could both play this season, we guess Florida State's over/under season win total, we debate several "Start, Bench or Cut" propositions, thoughts on Bill Belichick's $1 million buyout at North Carolina and more. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Excited to be joined by Mike Berardino, Notre Dame beat writer for the South Bend Tribune, NDInsider.com, and co-host of the Pod of Gold podcast. We look ahead to 2025 Notre Dame football—is CJ Carr the front runner to land the starting quarterback job? How has Marcus Freeman, and the Irish currently built a top-2 recruiting class for 2026?Plus, insight into Notre Dame's defensive turnover, key transfer additions for 2025, WR and OL groups, a loaded RB room, and how the revamped College Football Playoff format could boost the Irish's title hopes. And of course, the latest on the USC–Notre Dame rivalry and why it still matters. Don't miss this in-depth conversation on one of college football's most tradition-rich programs!

In a NEW weekly YouTube live show, Blue & Gold's Tyler Horka and Jack Soble analyze six Notre Dame topics with host Mike Singer.

Irish Breakdown has comments from Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman from his recent session with the local media. Freeman discusses the conversation he had with Steve Angeli after his spring quarterback competition as well as current Irish quarterbacks CJ Carr and Kenny Minchey as well as other topics. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Comments from Marcus Freeman on the impact on Notre Dame football recruiting if the USC series ends as well as the impact of analytics director Anthony Treash, breaking news that Notre Dame catcher Carson Tinney has entered the transfer portal, Arizona State football coach Kenny Dillingham thinks his program could be a new "blue blood" in the making, should college football add OTA style practices in the summer, and the College Football Hall of Fame has dropped its standard for coaches to qualify for induction. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

It may be May, but there is no shortage of Notre Dame football news to cover. Matt Fortuna and Pete Sampson have you covered on the latest from Marcus Freeman, the USC rivalry, College Football Playoff talks and much, much more.

In this best of the week segment, we look back at the discussion Bryan and Trevor had where the top coaches rankings continue to come out and Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman has shot up the rankings. Bryan and Trevor break down the rankings, discuss where Freeman ranks and give their thoughts on where other coaches are ranked. They also discuss how this upcoming season will shake things up. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Marcus Freeman met with the media this morning and Irish Breakdown discusses what the Notre Dame head coach had to say. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Marcus Freeman joins the show and talks about Notre Dame's quest for a National Championship, how the Irish have stayed focused, lessons learned from a LONG season, the rivalry against USC, what the QB competition looks like heading into summer and much more. Plus, the SEC Meetings have concluded and McElroy looks at the straight seeding model adopted for the 2025 CFP and the much talked about 5+11 model and how that will impact a potential 9 game SEC schedule in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The top coaches rankings continue to come out and Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman has shot up the rankings. Bryan and Trevor break down the rankings, discuss where Freeman ranks and give their thoughts on where other coaches are ranked. They also discuss how this upcoming season will shake things up. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: Marcus Freeman and Jeremiyah Love are on the cover of the EA Sports College Football 26 deluxe game edition, Josh Pate says it's "complete garbage" that Notre Dame can now get a first round College Football Playoff bye, we react to comments from SEC commissioner Greg Sankey on one of the 16-team CFP format proposals as well as teams ducking out of marquee non-conference games, if college football goes to just one transfer portal window per year when should it be, and former college football announcer Brent Musburger is 86. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter