Coaches shake hands as they prepare to faceoff New Year's Day in the Sugar Bowl

By: LeVon Whittaker

Posted: Dec 31, 2024 11:03 PM EDT | Updated: Dec 31, 2024 11:17 PM EDT

NOW: Coaches shake hands as they prepare to faceoff New Year’s Day in the Sugar Bowl

NEW ORLEANS. -- When Notre Dame kicks off tomorrow night against Georgia in the College Football Playoffs, they'll be led by "The Coach of the Year".

Marcus Freeman was named winner of the 'Dodd Trophy', awarded every season to the head coach who embodies "scholarship, leadership, and integrity".