Chris Ferrizzi

Seems appropriate to now reshare this piece, 1 of the most remarkable experiences I’ve been fortunate to chronicle: Hanging with Lou Holtz in 1 of his final-ever games at Notre Dame Stadium: footballscoop.com/2025/03/03/han… #RIPLouHoltz

Louis Leo “Lou” Holtz, legendary college football coach, Hall of Famer, bestselling author, and one of America’s most influential motivational voices, has passed away at the age of 89 in Orlando, Florida, surrounded by family. Born January 6, 1937, in Follansbee, West Virginia, Holtz rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most respected figures in college athletics. Over a remarkable five‑decade career, he led college programs at William & Mary, NC State, Arkansas, Minnesota, Notre Dame, and South Carolina.  He transformed every team he inherited and captured the 1988 National Championship with the Fighting Irish. Holtz was preceded in death by his beloved wife of more than 50 years, Beth, with whom he shared a life grounded in faith, devotion, and service.   Holtz is remembered for his enduring values of faith, family, service, and an unwavering belief in the potential of others. His influence extended far beyond the football field through the Holtz Charitable Foundation and the many players, colleagues, and communities shaped by his leadership. He is survived by his four children, nine grandchildren, and two great‑grandchildren. Funeral arrangements, including a Mass of Christian Burial at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart at the University of Notre Dame, will be announced as details are finalized. The Holtz Family

PERSONAL NEWS: Excited, humbled to announce that I am joining @USATODAY @usatodaysports as College Sports Insider. Full-circle moment for me after starting in newspapers & reading USAT thru college & beyond. Many, including my great wife, Jess, have supported beyond measure. Doesn’t happen w/o the great experience @FootballScoop alongside Scott, Doug & Zach; great colleagues & men. Excited to roll later this month!

Pod coming out tomorrow previewing this weekend with Tom Waddle and Doug Plank “And most importantly you have to shut down those wide receivers and you have to let them know it’s not gunna feel good when they touch the ball” - Plank Bear Down. FTP

After a melee erupted on the field, Ole Miss coach @Lane_Kiffin blasted host Mississippi State & A.D. Zac Selmon in his halftime interview @FootballScoop: footballscoop.com/2025/11/28/lan…

It’s Portal Szn & here’s another intriguing Ivy Leaguer (which means admissions should be cake): Penn interior OL Maxwell Freeman will hit the NCAA Transfer Portal, we’re told. The 6-3, 305-pounder has 1 remaining season of college eligibility

So Notre Dame @NDFootball has yet to run an offensive play. There’s 9:43 left in the 1st quarter. The Fighting Irish lead @CuseFootball 21-0. Not a typo.

Quite the dramatic ending in the @ndwbb win against USC! And a super special moment for @jlbirish & ‘Grandma Dido’ courtesy @HannahHidalgo:

This continues to be an awesome scene from @DeionSanders & @CUBuffsFootball superfan, 101-year-old “Ms. Peggy!”

And now on top 31-30, Texas A&M @AggieFootball has erased its 30-3 deficit in just 15 minutes, 39 seconds of game clock. Insane efficiency for the Aggies & wilting for South Carolina

LMAO already??

Thanks to @16NewsNow for talking to @HolyCrossND's President Dr. Marco Clark (in Rome) as he prepares to deliver a presentation at an international conference on the importance of Catholic colleges and has an audience with @Pontifex. wndu.com/2025/10/28/hol…

While Brian Kelly is fired @LSUfootball, full details here @FootballScoop not found anywhere else, of note: Kelly's final 3 defensive coordinators @NDFootball were Mike Elko, Clark Lea & Marcus Freeman - head coaches whose teams are a combined 19-4 & all ranked top-12 right now:

Brian Kelly is the first head coach since Gerry DiNardo (hired in 1995) to leave LSU without a national championship A coaching autopsy - via @zach_barnett footballscoop.com/2025/10/26/coa…

Developing story: Numerous sources tell @FootballScoop that Brian Kelly is out at LSU: footballscoop.com/2025/10/26/lsu…

“Weathering faster underneath your halo” Footage by James Perry #newmusic #flatblack

College Football Week 8 Rewind: Big wins for Notre Dame, Vandy, Georgia; disaster looms footballscoop.com/2025/10/19/col…

An insane 33-point FOURTH QUARTER as the @Broncos walk it off. Absolutely unheard of at any level, especially the @NFL

Jadarian Price has gotten the ball 43 times fewer than Jeremiyah Love, yet both #GoIrish running backs have scored nine times in five games. Price may be No. 2 on the depth chart, but he ‘plays second fiddle’ to No Man. By @AndrewMentock 247sports.com/college/notre-…