If it seems like Notre Dame is losing a lot of key pieces of its team as defensive coordinator al golden and key players like Pat Coogan depart, it’s also important to remember that the Irish raked in a lot of money from the deep playoff run and have intriguing transfers coming in. Still, this one might end up hurting significantly.

Notre Dame has learned the hard way that recruiting star ratings are essential to competing at the highest level in college football.

Chad Bowen, previously an assistant athletic director at CFP finalist Notre Dame, will lead the reorganization of USC football's front office.