Notre Dame HC Rumors: Marcus Freeman, Luke Fickell Candidates to Replace Brian Kelly

Joseph Zucker

November 29, 2021 at 10:42 PM

Brian Kelly isn't officially out the door, and the candidates are already emerging to succeed him at Notre Dame.

The Athletic's Pete Sampson reported Fighting Irish defensive coordinator Marcus Freeman might have internal support to ascend to the top job. Bruce Feldman of The Athletic reported Cincinnati head coach Luke Fickell is expected to be in contention as well.

One thing is at least clear at this stage: Kelly is gone.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.

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