Urban Meyer dismisses rumors of Marcus Freeman leaving Notre Dame for Michigan: 'You out of your mind?'
Michigan's sudden coaching search after firing Sherrone Moore has sparked wild rumors, and Urban Meyer, a well-known coach, recently heard one about Marcus Freeman, the head coach of Notre Dame. In an interview, Meyer reacted to the idea of Freeman taking the Michigan job, downplaying the possibility and suggesting that it's an agent's attempt to negotiate an extension or a raise for his client.
Meyer stated, 'I don't have much inside scoop on this, but when you hear that stuff, it's an agent throwing his name out there. I can promise you, you'll hear about an extension and a raise.'
The rivalry between Michigan and Notre Dame adds fuel to the fire, as an active head coach crossover would be unprecedented. However, Meyer believes that the rumors are just that - rumors. Freeman recently signed an extension with Notre Dame, keeping him with the team through the end of the decade plus an additional year.
Despite the rumors, Freeman's focus remains on Notre Dame's recent success. The Irish reached the College Football Playoff national championship last season, losing to Ohio State by just one game. This year, they aimed to match their previous 10-2 record, but the CFP committee's controversial decision moved them out of the running, sparking debate about their future.
As Michigan's athletic director, Warde Manuel, faces the challenge of finding stability after recent scandals, the rumors of Freeman's potential move to Ann Arbor persist. However, Meyer's reaction suggests that the idea of Freeman leaving Notre Dame for Michigan is far from a done deal.
