Marcus Freeman offers inspiring message as first Black coach to reach college football national championship

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• Freeman, Franklin eye boost to all Black coaches

  Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman and Penn State's James Franklin are aware they are on the brink of making history in the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl.
  
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  When and where is the 2025 CFP National Championship Game? NCAA football title game schedule, location, date

  Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 CFP National Championship Game.
  
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  Notre Dame Reaches the College Football Playoff Semifinals

  Stellar defense from the Fighting Irish helped secure a 23-10 victory over Georgia and a date with Penn State in the Orange Bowl on Jan. 9.
  
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