It seems like Notre Dame football is at a major crossroads, with significant changes happening after an impressive 14-2 season. Despite the success, it's clear that the program's staff turnover is creating some big challenges for head coach Marcus Freeman. But it also looks like Freeman is working diligently to navigate these changes by bringing in some strong new hires.
Chris Ash replaces Al Golden
The decision to replace Al Golden with Chris Ash seems strategic, especially considering Ash's background with defensive backs and his leadership beside Luke Fickell. Golden's style was clearly popular, so it'll be interesting to see if Ash’s fiery approach can maintain that same level of success. His expertise should complement the strong defensive talent already present, but the transition could still have its bumps.
Ja’Juan Seider is a big get
With the talented trio of Jerimiyah Love, Jadarian Price, and Aneyas Williams at running back, having someone with Seider’s track record will certainly keep that position as a strength. His experience with developing 1,000-yard rushers at Penn State is a major win for the Irish.
A new GM (Mike Martin)
The search for a new General Manager is definitely an intriguing one. The evolving nature of college football’s rules around recruiting, the transfer portal, and NIL demands a savvy, experienced leader. Mike Martin seems like an excellent choice to help navigate this new era, and building out a robust scouting department could help the Irish gain an edge on the competition, especially with such a complex landscape.
Building for Long-Term Success
All in all, Marcus Freeman is making moves to stay ahead of the curve, and while there are inevitable challenges, these hires could help position Notre Dame for continued success. It's exciting to see how these changes will unfold and if they'll pay off in the long run. What do you think of these moves? Does the future of Notre Dame football look bright to you?
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Let me preface this with the fact that I am a Weis supporter. He is making it difficult, but I support him. I can appreciate some of the comments that have been made about Weis not being a good head coach (too cocky).
So then I ask, who? All the people that want him gone, who replaces him? Don't say Meyer because it is not going to happen Weis goes to 2 BCS games, probably wins 9-10 games this season and if he gets fired, who wants that job?
No established coach takes it, especially if he is fired after a 9 win season. Will Kelly really leave Cincy for that? If he does he is crazy.
Kelly -- Cincy. I still think ND puts up 60 on Rutgers and whoever else they played today. Big East is terrible.
Tuberville -- could not get kids to come to Auburn let alone ND. Out recruited by Saban and Miles.
Mariucci -- been out of coaching for years, could just imagine ND fans' slams on that move.
Lou Holtz -- not gonna happen and don't think I'd want it to happen.
John Madden -- uhhh, next
John L. Smith -- I'll pass on this one too
Gruden -- If you knew he would take it, then maybe.
Johnson -- Bye Bye Clausen, Christ, Floyd, Tate, and any other skill guy that is not a RB. We would be horrible for two years until he got his guys, and then everyone would want him fired.
Edited by chokeout