Freeman's Focus: Coach Freeman discusses the importance of giving Notre Dame fans what they want

SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The longest college football season in history was in 2024, with Notre Dame and Ohio State playing the National Championship Game on Jan.20, and less than two months later the Irish opened spring practice.

Some major programs around the country like the Buckeyes, USC, And Texas have opted out or significantly modified their spring games.

Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman says while they did make some changes in format, it was important to him and the university to give fans what they want.