“I think the nation just latches on to humble people,” Leonard said of Marcus ... Ryan Day, Freeman would gaze into the crowded ballroom, make eye contact with someone and smile.

ATLANTA – Before a young Marcus Freeman revealed his college commitment ... all Wood could do was smile. “It just seemed like things had come full circle,” said Wood.

That former Buckeye and best bud is Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman. He'll lead the Irish ... nor is his wide smile whenever he hears an anecdote or statement that tickles his funny bone.

Notre Dame was going from Brian Kelly, a proven head coach with an extensive résumé and the school’s all-time leader in wins, to Marcus Freeman, who had been a defensive coordinator for only a ...

Notre Dame's run to the national title game has been led by Marcus Freeman. The third-year Irish coach has led Notre Dame to a 14-1 season and is looking to bring the Irish to a national title for ...