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Notre Dame Poaches Illinois’ DC to Coach Defensive Backs, Expected to Hire Veteran LB Coach
Notre Dame football is reshaping its defensive coaching staff with major hires, key departures, and lingering questions about whether the staff is truly finalized heading into the 2026 season. Tyler Wojciak breaks down why the hires of Aaron Henry and Brian Jean Mary are strong long-term fits, how Marcus Freeman continues to attract top coaching talent, and whether more movement could still be coming with interest in Marty Biagi and Loren Landow, while assessing where this Notre Dame staff stands as a whole moving forward.
(0:00) - Intro
(2:05) - Aaron Henry Hired as DB Coach
(14:47) - Brian…
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