Notre Dame finished the season strong, going 10-2 as independents. The 10-game win streak didn’t help Marcus Freeman’s team when it came down to the committee’s decision on CFP, but it made Freeman a target for teams looking for a new coach.
The reputation transcended into the NFL recently as reports came out that the New York Giants were showing interest in offering him the head coaching position. As of now, these are merely rumors, but there’s an undeniable possibility.
Landing an NFL job will be a big boost for Freeman’s career. While it’ll add the major league to his resume, it can also make him richer. So, how much does Freeman make now as the head coach at Notre Dame?
Considering the fact that it’s a private school, Notre Dame is not obligated to reveal details of the coach’s salary. However, as per SI, Freeman is signed to a six-year, $54 million deal, making $9 million per year.
In December 2024, when Freeman signed a four-year extension with Notre Dame, extending his contract through 2030, the school didn’t reveal the salary he’d receive. As per ESPN’s recent report, citing federal tax documents, Freeman earned over $7.4 million in 2023.
So, even though there’s no absolute clarity on Freeman’s salary, unlike many coaches in college football, he has signed a lucrative deal with the program and is making his well-deserved millions.
In case the NFL job ends up becoming a reality, his salary can be expected to go up. It’s worth noting that Brian Daboll, who was fired by the Giants in November after a 2-8 start to the season, was signed to a five-year, approximately $30 million contract.
Stephen A. Smith Dropped a Truth Bomb on Marcus Freeman
Notre Dame’s College Football Playoff snub was a raging debate last week. Despite having the same record as Miami, the Fighting Irish weren’t given the nod for the playoffs by the committee.
Understandably, Freeman and the fans of the program weren’t happy with the decision. However, there’s more that went into that decision than just the season record. As independents, Notre Dame had a weaker case for CFP, and their head-to-head record against Miami wasn’t good.
On First Take, Stephen A. Smith addressed the same.
“Notre Dame prides itself on its independence,” Smith said. “I don’t think you get rewarded because Alabama is playing in an SEC championship game and you were sitting at home.”
Smith said that if Notre Dame were affiliated, they had a real shot at qualifying for the playoffs. But being independent has its drawbacks, and Freeman’s team experienced that at the end of this season.
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