The inevetible news is finally coming to light. Notre Dame defensive coordinator, Al Golden, is leaving the Irish to take over the defense for the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL.
Sources: Notre Dame DC Al Golden is expected to become the Cincinnati Bengals next defensive coordinator. He’s informed Notre Dame officials of his decision. pic.twitter.com/IKjXJ1rTtE
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) January 22, 2025
While this is just becoming official today, I can say that this has been something in the works for weeks now. Not one bit of this move is a surprise to Marcus Freeman or the rest of the Notre Dame administration.