Notre Dames football team, led by Athletics Director Pete Bevacqua and head coach Marcus Freeman, decided to decline the Pop Tarts Bowl invitation, prioritizing their long-term vision and the reputation of their program over a single bowl appearance. This decision was made after considering the teams incomplete roster, missing key players due to opt-outs or other reasons, and the growing trend of players avoiding bowl games to prevent potential injuries that could impact their professional careers.The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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