Guest Joe Theismann on Notre Dame vs. Indiana | Marcus Freeman vs Curt Cignetti

In this episode, Joe Theismann joins Rhett Lewis and Tom Hannifan to preview the matchup between Notre Dame and Indiana University. They analyze the key elements of the game, discuss the talk surrounding a possible crimson invasion, and dive into Riley Leonard's growth this season, especially his connection with Marcus Freeman. Joe also provides a detailed look at the coaching matchup between Curt Cignetti and Marcus Freeman, highlighting their strategies and leadership styles. Lastly, Rhett asks whether Indiana University's connection with Touchdown Jesus is accurate. 9:29-Coaching Battle: Curt Cignetti vs. Marcus Freeman 10:32 -Quarterback Development and the Transfer Portal 11:44- Riley Leonard’s Growth and Connection with Marcus Freeman 13:00- Bill Belichick’s Influence on College Athletes 14:15 - Portal and NIL Challenges 15:00 - CFP Formula and Parity 17:31 - Notre Dame’s Adjustments After the USC Game 18:00- Defensive Keys to Stopping IU 20:00- Mentorship with Riley Leonard 21:00 - Peyton Manning and Tom Brady 22:00- Joe’s Experience at the Army-Navy Game Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.