Freeman's Focus: Search continues for players to take over key spots left vacant on defense

By: ABC57 News Staff

Posted: Apr 25, 2026 1:30 PM EDT

Freeman’s Focus: Search continues for players to take over key spots left vacant on defense

SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Head coach Marcus Freeman is gearing up an Irish defense aimed to pave the way for another playoff run.

Right now, the search is on for some players to take over key playmaker spots left vacant on the Irish defense following the loss of Fighting Irish seniors like Donovan Hinish, Gabe Rubio, Ordan Botehlo, Devonta Smith, and others.