Marcus Freeman provided an injury update on Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love ahead of Thursday’s Orange Bowl clash with Penn State. “He’s had a good week of practice. We have to be smart about how much we’re asking him to do in practice,

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love is expected to play vs. Penn State in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Orange Bowl.

In December 2024, Freeman’s contract was extended for four more years, with an average annual salary exceeding $9 million. This extension came as a reward for his impressive performance, leading Notre Dame to a 29-9 record over three seasons, including two bowl wins and a College Football Playoff berth.

Four of the five Notre Dame coaches who have won national titles did so in their third seasons. Marcus Freeman, now in his third season, could join them this month.

Marcus Freeman elevates Notre Dame football, exceeding the Brian Kelly era with CFP victories and a whole new vibe.

Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame are one day away from taking on Penn State in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Orange Bowl. The Fighting Irish have been concerned with the status of star running back Jeremiyah Love after Love was banged up in last Thursday's Sugar Bowl win over Georgia.

The Notre Dame football team is set to take on Penn State in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Orange Bowl on Thursday night, and it’s looking like running back Jeremiyah Love will be good to go.