Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman has confirmed that he will not be taking a position with the New York Giants or any other NFL team in 2026. Freeman has communicated his decision to several NFL franchises that had expressed interest in hiring him, including reports suggesting that the Giants were among those teams.
At just 39 years old, Freeman has restructured his contract with Notre Dame to secure one of the highest salaries in college football, extending his commitment to the team through the 2031 season. His impressive coaching record stands at 43 wins and 12 losses, reflecting a robust winning percentage of .782. However, Freeman has yet to gain experience at the NFL level.
The Giants, currently with a 3-13 record and one game remaining in the season, are actively searching for a new head coach to replace Brian Daboll. As the coaching search heats up next week, several names have emerged as potential candidates, including former NFL head coaches Mike McCarthy, and defensive coordinators Lou Anarumo, Jeff Hafley, Chris Shula, Klint Kubiak, Kliff Kingsbury, and Steve Spagnuolo.
As the Giants continue their search, clarity on coaching candidates is expected to increase in the coming days. Freeman’s decision to stay at Notre Dame is sure to impact the coaching landscape, as the college football world continues to focus on his promising trajectory.