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A Lucrative Commitment: New MSU AD J Batt’s Contract Details Revealed EAST LANSING, MI – Solidifying its commitment to a new era of Spartan Athletics, Michigan State University has officially revealed the contract details for its new Vice President and Director of Athletics, J Batt. Expected to be a six-year deal worth around $1.8 million annually, the agreement underscores the university’s significant investment in Batt’s vision to elevate Michigan State to a “top-10 athletic department in the country.” Batt’s impressive compensation package reflects his proven track record in high-level collegiate athletics, particularly his success in fundraising and program development at…

New MSU AD J Batt: Michigan State ‘a top-10 athletic department in the country’ EAST LANSING, MI – In a bold declaration that set the tone for his tenure, Michigan State University’s new Vice President and Director of Athletics, J Batt, confidently asserted that Michigan State is “a top-10 athletic department in the country.” Speaking at his introductory press conference, Batt’s optimism and vision were palpable as he outlined his immediate priorities and long-term aspirations for Spartan Athletics. Batt, who joins Michigan State after a successful stint as Athletic Director at Georgia Tech, where he notably revitalized the football program…

Notre Dame Legends Convene at Pro Football Hall of Fame for “Gold Helmet to Gold Jacket” Event Canton, OH – The rich tradition of Notre Dame football was on full display recently as three Fighting Irish legends, and Pro Football Hall of Famers, gathered at the Pro Football Hall of Fame for a special event tied to the “Gold Helmet to Gold Jacket” exhibit. Tim Brown, Bryant Young, and Alan Page — all enshrined in Canton after stellar careers that began in South Bend — participated in a captivating Q&A session, offering insights into their journeys from collegiate stars to…

Gridiron Glory to Immortality: Fighting Irish Alums to Create Unique Experience Around ‘Gold Helmet to Gold Jacket’ A new and exciting initiative is set to honor the enduring legacy of Notre Dame football, as a group of Fighting Irish alums are coming together to create an unparalleled experience centered around the concept of “Gold Helmet to Gold Jacket.” This endeavor aims to celebrate the rare and remarkable journey of Notre Dame athletes who not only donned the iconic gold helmet on the hallowed grounds of South Bend but went on to achieve the pinnacle of individual success in professional…

Who is Notre Dame’s Second-Best All-Time NFL Player? The Case for Zack Martin and Others Notre Dame has produced a long list of NFL legends, from Hall of Famers to perennial Pro Bowlers. While many agree that Joe Montana — four-time Super Bowl champion and three-time Super Bowl MVP — holds the title of Notre Dame’s greatest NFL product, the debate for the second-best is far more nuanced. One name that stands tall among the contenders is Zack Martin, the Dallas Cowboys’ stalwart offensive guard. Martin, a first-round pick in 2014, has redefined consistency and excellence on the…

A Coaching Titan’s Due: Retiring Hockey Coach Jeff Jackson Deserves Statue Among Notre Dame Legends As Jeff Jackson announces his retirement from Notre Dame hockey, one thing becomes clear: his legacy demands more than a press release or a farewell ceremony. Jackson, a coaching titan whose influence transformed Notre Dame’s hockey program into a national powerhouse, deserves a statue alongside the university’s most revered legends. When Jackson took the helm in 2005, Notre Dame hockey was far from the national spotlight. Within three seasons, he led the Fighting Irish to their first-ever Frozen Four appearance and a national…

Cooper Witten is rated as the top linebacker in the 2027 recruiting cycle according to the early ratings from On3. He’s also listed as the fifth-overall player from talent-heavy Texas in the class, and the 22nd best player nationally. Witten checks in at 6-1, 205-pounds and is the younger brother of Rice linebacker CJ Witten, who signed in the 2025 recruiting cycle.Notre Dame will get the an early chance to impress Witten in a quickly approaching visit, but the Irish will have a lot of bluebloods they’ll have to beat out in this recruitment. Witten is set to…

Godson of Notre Dame Football Legend Earns Scholarship Offer. Notre Dame always does its best to make St. Patrick’s Day as much of its own special day as it can, pushing out a slew of scholarship offers to high school rising juniors each year on this day. The event has been successful over the years and continues to grow as all day you’ll see social media filled with 2027 recruiting prospects posting about scholarship offers from Notre Dame throughout the day. This years theme is built around graded football cards of Notre Dame legends, highlighting their time at…

NFL Insider Still Thinks Vikings Should Trade for Kirk Cousins Despite parting ways with Kirk Cousins this offseason, one prominent NFL insider believes the Minnesota Vikings should make a bold move and trade to bring the veteran quarterback back to the Twin Cities. NFL Network’s Rich Eisen reignited speculation during a recent segment, suggesting that the Vikings could be in a unique position to contend in 2025 if they can stabilize their quarterback situation—and that might mean reacquiring Cousins from the Atlanta Falcons. Cousins signed a four-year, $180 million deal with the Falcons in March, signaling a…

Key Vikings defender “holding in” as he awaits contract extension? Vikings do-it-all safety Josh Metellus, one of the key pieces in Brian Flores’ defense over the past two seasons, has been a limited participant in recent OTA practices despite there being no indications he’s dealing with any sort of injury. The logical assumption is that his lack of involvement has something to do with his current contract situation. Metellus is heading into the final year of the deal he signed prior to the 2023 season, which turned out to be an extremely team-friendly contract when he emerged as a…