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Marcus Freeman's Rise at Notre Dame | Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football News
Marcus Freeman’s coaching legacy is soaring as he’s back on the Dodd Trophy watch list for 2026—this time as a repeat nominee after already winning it in 2024. With a stellar 43-12 record in just four seasons, three straight 10-win campaigns, and elite stats like 42 points per game and a top-tier turnover margin, Freeman’s building a powerhouse at Notre Dame. Even NFL teams eyed him, but he stayed put—earning a contract extension in December. His record is the most wins by any Fighting Irish head coach in their first four years. Freeman isn’t just winning—he’s doing it with integrity…
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