Al Washington - DL Coach & Def. Run Game Coordinator

[Classic Irish]

I get it's a promotion, and maybe the money would be too good to say no (no idea what they pay coaches), but working for MF vs. working for Billy O seems like a no brainer.

It’s also his alma mater.

 

[RipWheeler]

Pat Kuntz time?

 

[IRISHbluehen]

Coach O available, only half kidding

 

[IrishLax]

I think you might see near 100% overhaul on the defensive side of the ball.

 

[Irish du Nord]

I think you might see near 100% overhaul on the defensive side of the ball.

Including both Mickens and Ash?

 

[ulukinatme]

I can't imagine leaving ND for an ACC bottom feeder like BC, that can't be good for your job prospects even if it's technically an upgrade on paper. That's like resigning as ND DC to become the HC of UConn...yeah, it's sort of a step up, but you're also setup to fail and are probably looking for a new job in 3 years or sooner.

 

[FWIrish4]

I think you might see near 100% overhaul on the defensive side of the ball.

They really don’t like that Freeman forced them to accept Ash?

 

[Plankton]

I can't imagine leaving ND for an ACC bottom feeder like BC, that can't be good for your job prospects even if it's technically an upgrade on paper. That's like resigning as ND DC to become the HC of UConn...yeah, it's sort of a step up, but you're also setup to fail and are probably looking for a new job in 3 years or sooner.

That's information that would have been helpful yesterday!!!!!

 

[rtrn2glory]

I agree with Lax. I wouldn't be surprised to see a very different looking defensive staff by the spring. Hopefully they do everything they can to keep Mickens but you can only hold on to him for so long

 

[IrishTusker]

I think you might see near 100% overhaul on the defensive side of the ball.

Let's just hope it doesn't take 2.5 games to get the defense at a functional level again.

 

[stlnd01]

They really don’t like that Freeman forced them to accept Ash?

Not to speak for Lax, but might it be b/c they're really good coaches who will get offered opportunities to move up in the coaching world.

 

[FWIrish4]

Not to speak for Lax, but might it be b/c they're really good coaches who will get offered opportunities to move up in the coaching world.

Was debating on using italics, but I do want to know the answer haha

 

[notredomer23]

I think you might see near 100% overhaul on the defensive side of the ball.

Ash included or excluded? Others may have said it, but 2026 should be Mickens's Magnum Opus of a secondary. I think he needs to hold tight for one more year. There's never a great time to leave, but with 10 starters returning and ton of depth, it feels like the worst time for any of these coaches to leave out of the foreseeable next few years. ND is in reloading mode, but it may be a while before we see a defense as experienced and filled with NFL draft picks as next year's.

 

[Jiggafini19Deux]

The mental gymnastics still amazes me.

 

[Irish#1]

Ash included or excluded? Others may have said it, but 2026 should be Mickens's Magnum Opus of a secondary. I think he needs to hold tight for one more year. There's never a great time to leave, but with 10 starters returning and ton of depth, it feels like the worst time for any of these coaches to leave out of the foreseeable next few years. ND is in reloading mode, but it may be a while before we see a defense as experienced and filled with NFL draft picks as next year's.

I can't speak for Lax, but I doubt it includes Ash. You just signed the dude and the D was playing lights out after a bad start.

 

[rtrn2glory]

After the story about how he spent the entire season basically away from his family, I could see him maybe trying to get a job in the Florida area. I hope not, but can't imagine it's easy being away. hopefully, he gets the battery recharged too the next few months.

Also, would've never thought I'd say the last part after week 3 this year.

 

[allenm5333]

After the story about how he spent the entire season basically away from his family, I could see him maybe trying to get a job in the Florida area. I hope not, but can't imagine it's easy being away. hopefully, he gets the battery recharged too the next few months.

Also, would've never thought I'd say the last part after week 3 this year.

Is this about Ash or Al?

 

[Jiggafini19Deux]

Pat Kuntz time?

Coach O available, only half kidding

Terrance Jamison is highly thought of. He's Co-DC / DL Coach at Illinois. Played at Wisconsin, where he received two degrees. He bounced around for a bit until landing at Illinois in 2021.

Roc Bellantoni at Auburn can also coach DL.

 

[Jiggafini19Deux]

Is this about Ash or Al?

Ash. They mentioned it during one of the broadcasts. He's in SB and his family is still down in FL.

 

[Pennick44]

Move your family to SB.

 

[NDMatt91]

If Washington leaves, Nick Eason from Clemson should be one of the first calls. Solid coach and recruiter.

 

[CousinEddy]

Seriously, Pat Kuntz has to be one of the first calls after what he has done to take that IU DLine to where it is. Plus he’s a legacy and that energy he brings would be awesome

 

[GrangerIrish24]

I think you might see near 100% overhaul on the defensive side of the ball.

What do you mean by near? Is it 90% near or more like 51% near?

 

[stlnd01]

Ash. They mentioned it during one of the broadcasts. He's in SB and his family is still down in FL.

I get not moving your family for potentially a one-year gig, but Notre Dame's a pretty good job, Jacksonville's pretty far away, and from what they showed on TV his kids are pretty young. Maybe just plan on being here for a bit?

 

[GrangerIrish24]

I think you might see near 100% overhaul on the defensive side of the ball.

What do you mean by near? Is it 90% near or more like 51% near?

 

[Jiggafini19Deux]

If Washington leaves, Nick Eason from Clemson should be one of the first calls. Solid coach and recruiter.

Played and coached in the League, too. He's got a Super Bowl ring.

He's got a pretty big salary, so this would be a big move. That's swinging for the fences and then some.

 

[GrangerIrish24]

I get not moving your family for potentially a one-year gig, but Notre Dame's a pretty good job, Jacksonville's pretty far away, and from what they showed on TV his kids are pretty young. Maybe just plan on being here for a bit?

There are a couple houses in my neighborhood for sale......

 

[Huntr]

I get not moving your family for potentially a one-year gig, but Notre Dame's a pretty good job, Jacksonville's pretty far away, and from what they showed on TV his kids are pretty young. Maybe just plan on being here for a bit?

Wait, he left his family in Jax?

Does he not love them or smth?

 

[RudyVerse]

Tre Reader expected to join Bullock at MSU due to ND's hiring freeze, but that is just their guess.

 

[Dale]

Tre Reader expected to join Bullock at MSU due to ND's hiring freeze, but that is just their guess.

So we’re just not gonna have coaches by that logic?