By Adeniyi Precious Marcus Freeman is gearing up for a major game that has a lot of personal history. The Notre Dame head coach, who’s preparing for the College Football Playoff National Championship, was once in a similar position as a player. Back in 2008, Freeman was a linebacker and team captain for Ohio State, preparing for a Bowl Championship Series title game against LSU. He spoke confidently then about the unique atmosphere of big games, and he’s likely feeling that same energy now as he faces off with his former team’s rival, Ohio State, in Monday’s championship in Atlanta. This is the culmination of a long journey for both the Irish and the Buckeyes, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Atlanta Showdown: Marcus Freeman’s Notre Dame vs. His Ohio State Roots
