While Ludwig's buyout of at least $2 million was at the heart of negotiations, and certainly caused some sticker shock this past weekend, Notre Dame sources told ESPN that the Irish communicated they were willing to pay it. By that point, Ludwig had already flown back to Utah and had conversations that influenced his decision to stay there.
Irish expected to tab Parker as OC, sources say
Notre Dame is looking to stay in-house with its offensive coordinator hire, sources confirmed to ESPN, with tight ends coach Gerad Parker expected to get the job.
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