Overview
- The Athletic, as cited by Newsweek, reported Penn State placed Marcus Freeman on its early shortlist but that he had no interest in the opening.
- Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua said Freeman’s contract will be updated annually to keep him among the highest‑paid coaches.
- Freeman remains under contract through 2030 on a reported $9 million‑per‑year extension.
- Reporter Dianna Russini has linked Freeman to the New York Giants’ head‑coach search, though no formal interviews or hires have been confirmed.
- Urban Meyer publicly rejected speculation that Freeman could jump to Michigan, calling the chatter agent‑driven.