The Notre Dame Fighting Irish put together an impressive college football campaign in 2024, playing their way to the College Football Playoff national championship game before ultimately falling to the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Marcus Freeman wants Notre Dame to remain independent, but he acknowledged how the Irish might be forced into a league eventually.

Notre Dame will keep independence for as long as possible, according to head coach Marcus Freeman, who only wishes to join a conference if the Fighting Irish are at a disadvantage