Marcus Freeman

Type: Person

As of November 2026, Marcus Freeman has been mentioned in 6 episodes across 4 podcasts, first heard Sep 2022 on The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz. Marcus Freeman is discussed in several podcasts as a potential NFL head-coach candidate, particularly for the Steelers. Colin Cowherd mentioned him as a surprising but plausible choice due to his presence and defensive background, while Pat McAfee noted that Freeman was offered a significant contract but chose to stay committed to Notre Dame. These references highlight his growing reputation in coaching circles.

Marcus Louis Freeman is an American football coach and former linebacker who is the 30th head football coach at the University of Notre Dame. He previously served as the defensive coordinator and linebackers coach at Notre Dame in 2021. Freeman was also an assistant coach at the University of Cincinnati, Purdue University, Kent State University, and Ohio State University.

Marcus Freeman at a glance
Mentioned in	6 episodes on 4 podcasts (as of November 2026)
First heard	Sep 2022 on The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Role	College Head Coach
Affiliation	Notre Dame
Field	American Football

What do podcasts say about Marcus Freeman?

3 quotes from Colin Cowherd and Pat McAfee, recorded on The Herd with Colin Cowherd and The Pat McAfee Show.

I'm tempted to say Marcus Freeman, by the way.
Colin Cowherd · The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Jan 2026 · Hear it
Marcus Freeman was one of them as well.
Pat McAfee · The Pat McAfee Show · Jan 2026 · Hear it
Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame, opinion on him...
Colin Cowherd · The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Jan 2026 · Hear it

How do different shows talk about Marcus Freeman?

4 shows discussed Marcus Freeman in these episodes.

The Herd with Colin Cowherd — 2 episodes
I'm tempted to say Marcus Freeman, by the way.
Colin Cowherd’s SUPER BOWL bubble: Bills, Rams, Patriots, Seahawks | THE HERD NFL
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz — 2 episodes
The Pat McAfee Show — 1 episode
Marcus Freeman was one of them as well.
The Pat McAfee Show Live | Tuesday January 13th 2026
Pardon My Take — 1 episode

Who talks about Marcus Freeman on podcasts?

Colin Cowherd and Pat McAfee brought up Marcus Freeman; the most recent mention was Jan 2026 on The Herd with Colin Cowherd.

Colin Cowherd’s SUPER BOWL bubble: Bills, Rams, Patriots, Seahawks | THE HERD NFL on The Herd with Colin Cowherd (Jan 2026) — Colin Cowherd
The Pat McAfee Show Live | Tuesday January 13th 2026 on The Pat McAfee Show (Jan 2026) — Pat McAfee
INSTANT REACTION: Mike Tomlin OUT as Pittsburgh Steelers coach | Colin Cowherd: THE HERD on The Herd with Colin Cowherd (Jan 2026) — Colin Cowherd
JMU SQUEEZED OUT OF CFP, BOOGER EATS DONUTS ON PMT + GUYS ON CHICKS on Pardon My Take (Nov 2025)
Dan Le Batard 9/12/22 🔥 The Big Suey: Fire Al Golden on The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz (Sep 2022)
Dan Le Batard 9/9/22 🔥 God Bless Football: Football... Is... Back... on The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz (Sep 2022)

Which podcasts mention Marcus Freeman most?

The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz (2 episodes), The Herd with Colin Cowherd (2 episodes) and Pardon My Take (1 episode) mention Marcus Freeman most.

The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz — 2 episodes · More people from The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
The Herd with Colin Cowherd — 2 episodes · More people from The Herd with Colin Cowherd
Pardon My Take — 1 episode · More people from Pardon My Take
The Pat McAfee Show — 1 episode · More people from The Pat McAfee Show

What is Marcus Freeman mentioned alongside?

Marcus Freeman is most often mentioned alongside Alabama, Kansas City Chiefs and Cleveland Browns.

Mentioned together: Alabama, Kansas City Chiefs, Cleveland Browns, Mojo, Northwestern, Jim Knowles, Tennessee Volunteers, Texas Attorney General, Ohio State, Jalen Hurts