Some things (and institutions) only last for a while before unfortunate events happen.
In the case of Jaleel McLaughlin’s original school, Notre Dame College, the end is near. After originally announcing that they will close down their football program, the school has since announced the entire college is closing down.
McLaughlin played at Notre Dame College (the Division II college in Ohio, not the Division I university in Indiana) from 2018-2019 before transferring to Youngstown State. McLaughlin put up huge numbers at Notre Dame.
In his two seasons with the Falcons, he rushed for an astounding 4,737 yards and 48 rushing touchdowns. Those stats parlayed McLaughlin to eventually become the NCAA’s all-time leading rusher. Now, the school where McLaughlin started it all is closing down.
The running back reacted to the news on his Twitter/X page:
Man…. Love you NDC.. 😕 https://t.co/At6VdGLT4m
— Jaleel Mclaughlin (@Speedkills2k_) March 4, 2024
The transfer portal will allow current Notre Dame College players to transfer to new schools ahead of the 2024 college football season.
McLaughlin signed with the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent last spring. He totaled 570 yards from scrimmage and scored three touchdowns as the team’s third-string running back in 2023.
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