Who are the parents of Marcus Freeman?

Last Modified Jan 8, 2025 07:49 GMT
Marcus Freeman Father
Marcus Freeman with his mother and wife. Source: Instagram/@coachmfreeman

Marcus Freeman has been the head coach for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish since 2021. He was a linebacker for Ohio State from 2004–2008. Marcus Freeman was born in Huber Heights, Ohio, and attended Wayne High School. He began his college football career with the Buckeyes and helped them win four Big Ten championships, appeared in several BCS bowl games, and also won the national championships twice. In 2008, Freeman received second-team All-Big Ten honors as well. Freeman graduated from the Ohio State University with a Master's degree in Sports Management in 2011.His successful collegiate career helped him get drafted in the fifth round of the NFL by the Chicago Bears in 2009. He was also picked by the Bears, Buffalo Bills, and Houston Texans. However, a medical condition ended his professional career early in 2010.

Marcus Freeman had a remarkable coaching journey, when it all began when he was appointed as a graduate assistant for the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2010. During the time of his appointment, he was a member of the coaching squad that assisted Ohio State in winning the Sugar Bowl. Freeman moved to Kent State and Purdue as the Linebackers Coach. He became the Co-Defensive Coordinator and the linebacker coach for Purdue in 2016. He later became the Defensive Coordinator and the linebacker coach for Cincinnati. Before becoming the head coach for Notre Dame, he was the Defensive Coordinator and the linebacker coach in 2021. As the head coach, Freeman led Notre Dame to a 9-4 record in 2022 and a 10-3 record in 2023. In 2023, Freeman added two unanimous All-American players to the roster, the offensive lineman Joe Alt and the safety Xavier Watt, which was the first time since 1990.

Marcus Freeman's parents

Marcus Freeman's parents are Chong Freeman and Michael Freeman.

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Who is Marcus Freeman's mother?

Chong Freeman is Marcus Freeman's mother. She is from South Korea and met Michael while he was serving in the U.S. Air Force. They moved to Ohio in 1976. In an interview With Voices True, Freeman stated that she's from Daegu city in South Korea and met his father when he deployed there.

Who is Marcus Freeman's father?

Michael Freeman is the father of Marcus Freeman. He served in the U.S. Air Force and moved with his wife Chong to Ohio in 1976.

Read More: What is the ND Coach Marcus Freeman's salary?

FAQs on Marcus Freeman

A. Marcus Freeman attended Wayne High School.

A. Marcus Freeman plays as a linebacker

A. Marcus Freeman's collegiate record is 24-9, as of December 2024.

A. Marcus Freeman’s Bowls record is 2-1, as of December 2024.

A. Marcus Freeman is American by nationality.

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