ND Coaching Search Megathread

[chicago51]

This is a sensational hire! He's got ties to the west coast, which is sorely needed recruiting wise with Del (okay he didn't help that much) and Polian gone.

 

[NDdomer2]

I don’t know anything about this running back coach but Indiana isn’t really running back u. I will read up on him and take others advice on him.

I don't think McCullough was around for them all but IU did have a nice lil run of RBs. Some were transfers in but they still were productive. I didn't hear alot of names thrown around here but he was one I did like that I saw.

Now about them offspring?

 

[benneboy]

I don’t know anything about this running back coach but Indiana isn’t really running back u. I will read up on him and take others advice on him.

He was the running backs coach when they produced Jordan Howard and Tevin Coleman. Also had 2 1000 yard backs in 2015 there. Seems like a home run.

 

[greyhammer90]

I don’t know anything about this running back coach but Indiana isn’t really running back u. I will read up on him and take others advice on him.

I'd consider this an upgrade and I liked Lance Taylor

 

[Calabrese's People]

TE: Morgan Turner
RB: Delland McCullough
Senior Analyst: Tom Arth

Strong start. Now lets get Mr Turner on the phone.

 

[Mavericknyc1980]

From everything I read he is highly regarde. Nice get.

 

[irish o'phile]

Just read on a Hoosier board that some insider guy that broke this hire before it was public (maybe yesterday) said that if/when McCullough is hired by ND that his sons are coming too. That would be a nice bonus. Apparently this guy has broke other stuff in the past too. Crossing my fingers.

 

[Grahambo]

I don't think McCullough was around for them all but IU did have a nice lil run of RBs. Some were transfers in but they still were productive. I didn't hear alot of names thrown around here but he was one I did like that I saw.

Now about them offspring?

Not to mention he brings a Super Bowl ring with him from his time in Kansas City when he was RB coach. Never hurts to bring that bad boy on a recruiting trip.

 

[rtrn2glory]

Wasn't there a small piece on him on Gameday last year or the year before??

 

[Irish#1]

Just read on a Hoosier board that some insider guy that broke this hire before it was public (maybe yesterday) said that if/when McCullough is hired by ND that his sons are coming too. That would be a nice bonus. Apparently this guy has broke other stuff in the past too. Crossing my fingers.

Deland is a redshirt sophomore DB. Dasan is an early enrollee freshman LB.

 

[stpeteirish]

Deland has already transferred once so he would have to sit out a year and clear admissions unless he graduates. He’s not playing much at IU.

 

[irishff1014]

I didn't realize that he was only at IU for a year.

 

[NDdomer2]

eldest son has already used his one time transfer right? so any movement he does from here on out comes with a 1 year sit out? For a kid who already redshirted and transfered he may not be interested in postponing his college career any longer.

Dasan is '22 signed NLI, and EE. I have not seen clear legislation on when he can transfer/play.

Daeh, a four-star recruit from Bloomington South who could play cornerback or safety and is currently committed to the Hoosiers for the 2023 class.

 

[NDdomer2]

I didn't realize that he was only at IU for a year.

he was there previously for a decent stint. 2011-2016.

Apparently there is also a movie out there about Deland finding out who his biological father is, among other father stories.

Pretty wild story. Mom put him up for adoption, then brings him back, he finds out his biological father was a man who he already considered his male role model.

Movie was done by the Kendrick Brothers in 2021 called "show me the father"

 

[Rogue219]

Quite a hire for Mr. Freeman. Thoughts and prayers to the bedwetters and the tragic loss of Lance Taylor to Louisville.

Seriously, this is pretty huge in terms of what the guy does as a teacher of the position and recruiter. Plus his back story is absolutely incredible.

 

[Irishjig78]

I love this hire! I believe this will be an upgrade and bringing his sons with him is a major bonus.

 

[NDdomer2]

Deland has certainly done some bouncing around in his career. But, based on the little ive read on his family/father history. this move for him may strictly been about creating the best opportunity for his sons. Certainly can't hate him for that.

 

[irishff1014]

he was there previously for a decent stint. 2011-2016.

Apparently there is also a movie out there about Deland finding out who his biological father is, among other father stories.

Pretty wild story. Mom put him up for adoption, then brings him back, he finds out his biological father was a man who he already considered his male role model.

Movie was done by the Kendrick Brothers in 2021 called "show me the father"

Interesting.

 

[chicago51]

Deland is a redshirt sophomore DB. Dasan is an early enrollee freshman LB.

I like Dasan at the Vyper position. Adds a little 2023 depth after Foskey and Justin A are gone. This may free up Botelho to at least compete for a starting spot at Mike or Rover.

 

[Rogue219]

I love this hire! I believe this will be an upgrade and bringing his sons with him is a major bonus.

This etched in stone? Didn't one of them already transfer once?

 

[dublinirish]

i wouldn't even mind if his sons didnt come now, they can always grad transfer or whatever down the line if needs be. great hire. IU fans are not happy AT ALL

 

[Rogue219]

Potential Tight End Coach Candidates for Notre Dame

John McNulty won't be easy to replace, but this should be an attractive job for both established coaches and rising stars in the profession

irishsportsdaily.com

Jeff Faris from UCLA is one that jumps out. 31 years old and has coached multiple positions already.

Turner has been at Stanford forever. What would it take to get him to leave?

 

[irishog77]

Potential Tight End Coach Candidates for Notre Dame

John McNulty won't be easy to replace, but this should be an attractive job for both established coaches and rising stars in the profession

irishsportsdaily.com

Jeff Faris from UCLA is one that jumps out. 31 years old and has coached multiple positions already.

Turner has been at Stanford forever. What would it take to get him to leave?

All these guys are sorta "meh" for me. I think they need to get a guy who can offer more than simply coach TE's.

I brought it up earlier, but I think the staff needs a guy who can truly assist MF and TR in helping run the offense. Not because I don't think Tommy is incapable, but because they need some veterans and sounding boards on the staff.

 

[Rack Em]

All these guys are sorta "meh" for me. I think they need to get a guy who can offer more than simply coach TE's.

I brought it up earlier, but I think the staff needs a guy who can truly assist MF and TR in helping run the offense. Not because I don't think Tommy is incapable, but because they need some veterans and sounding boards on the staff.

Like Charley Molnar

 

[General Colon Bowel]

Interesting.

Oh man, if y'all have never read the story about McCollough finding his father, it is absolutely worth the 20 minutes.

The jaw-dropping story behind an NFL coach's search for his family

Kansas City Chiefs running backs coach Deland McCullough went searching for his biological parents. He found them where he never would have expected.

www.espn.com

 

[Rogue219]

All these guys are sorta "meh" for me. I think they need to get a guy who can offer more than simply coach TE's.

I brought it up earlier, but I think the staff needs a guy who can truly assist MF and TR in helping run the offense. Not because I don't think Tommy is incapable, but because they need some veterans and sounding boards on the staff.

And someone who will never, ever, ever leave.

Ever.

 

[Cackalacky2.0]

Oh man, if y'all have never read the story about McCollough finding his father, it is absolutely worth the 20 minutes.

The jaw-dropping story behind an NFL coach's search for his family

Kansas City Chiefs running backs coach Deland McCullough went searching for his biological parents. He found them where he never would have expected.

www.espn.com

I was able to locate and reunite my mother (adopted) with her biological mother via research on geneaology websites. Probably the best thing I have ever been able to do for my mom. This hits home.

 

[Irish#1]

I was able to locate and reunite my mother (adopted) with her biological mother via research on geneaology websites. Probably the best thing I have ever been able to do for my mom. This hits home.

I imagine you felt pretty good once you pulled it all together. You're a good son Cacky.

 

[chicago51]

Like Charley Molnar

the G O A T

 

[Cackalacky2.0]

I imagine you felt pretty good once you pulled it all together. You're a good son Cacky.

Its a pretty wild story but a good one. Ended up confirming her family were German Dutch immigrants that settled in Grand Rapids/Holland Michigan.