How new and old connections on staff led TEs coach Gerad Parker to Notre Dame

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Gerad Parker served as Purdue's interim head coach for six games in 2016. (Photo: John S. Peterson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Notre Dame tight ends coach Gerad Parker has believed in Marcus Freeman since their days at Purdue. He quickly clicked with Tommy Rees this year during the interview process and found a fit with the Irish.