James Franklin or Marcus Freeman will make history

Black coaches in college football: How Marcus Freeman or James Franklin will make history in 2025 championship game
In line with the 12-team playoff's historic nature, the CFP semifinals feature a matchup that will guarantee more history in the national championship game.
Why James Franklin–Marcus Freeman Matchup Is Progress for Black Coaches
The two will meet in the College Football Playoff semifinals with the winner becoming the first Black head coach to reach the college football title game.
James Franklin and Marcus Freeman recognize the historic nature of their CFP semifinal
James Franklin of Penn State and Marcus Freeman of Notre Dame will face off in the Fiesta Bowl. The winner will be the first Black coach to play for an CFP title.
Franklin, Freeman representing Black football coaches on national stage at Orange Bowl
Either Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman or Penn State’s James Franklin will become the first Black coach to compete for a college football national championship.
Penn State's James Franklin, Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman Preview the Orange Bowl
Penn State coach James Franklin and Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman held their final media availability Wednesday before the Orange Bowl, where they discussed key injuries and preparing for their biggest game of the season so far. Here’s what the coaches had to say as the Orange Bowl approaches.
James Franklin or Marcus Freeman will make history on Thursday
One head coach will make history by winning the Orange Bowl on Thursday. When Penn State-Notre Dame goes final in the College Football Playoff semifinal either James Franklin or Marcus Freeman will become the first Black head coach to lead a team into the FBS National Championship game.
Marcus Freeman still hasn't surpassed Brian Kelly at Notre Dame
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Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman earns another prestigious honor before Orange Bowl
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Marcus Freeman embraces Notre Dame independence as James Franklin urges for conference affiliation
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Can Marcus Freeman Follow Notre Dame Coaches And Win A National Title In His Third Season?
Four of the five Notre Dame coaches who have won national titles did so in their third seasons. Marcus Freeman, now in his ...
Marcus Freeman Surpasses Brian Kelly at Notre Dame with CFP Wins and Vibe
Marcus Freeman elevates Notre Dame football, exceeding the Brian Kelly era with CFP victories and a whole new vibe.
Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman makes Jeremiyah Love guarantee for CFP vs. Penn State
As Notre Dame prepares for their CFP matchup with Penn State, head coach Marcus Freeman gives an update on RB Jeremiyah Love.
Marcus Freeman's response to the NFL's perceived interest was not exactly definitive
There were plenty of great reasons for Marcus Freeman to sign a huge extension with Notre Dame. He is 2-0 as the Fighting Irish's head coach in the College Foot ...
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Marcus Freeman dismisses reported NFL interest as Notre Dame prepares for College Football Playoff semifinal
Freeman is one of multiple playoff coaches to reportedly generate NFL buzz. Oregon's Dan Lanning earlier this season became a ...
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Who Is Marcus Freeman’s Wife, Joanna & What Is Her Instagram?
Marcus Freeman is a former linebacker and current head coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. While his contributions to the ...