Marcus Freeman elevates Notre Dame football, exceeding the Brian Kelly era with CFP victories and a whole new vibe.

Four of the five Notre Dame coaches who have won national titles did so in their third seasons. Marcus Freeman, now in his third season, could join them this month.

Head coach Marcus Freeman has guided Notre Dame football to a spot in the College Football Playoff semifinals, and it has brought plenty of eyes to the program. One of those knows South Bend fairly well,