Michigan State HC Pat Fitzgerald shared some of his thoughts about Notre Dame ahead of their matchup this weekend.
"They're Freakazoids. Moore's going to be the first pick overall. It doesn't take long to see Shuler, the game was over on that hit against Rice. He knocked that dude's lips off."
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Tough Week For My Guys! Praying For Healing, Strength and Peace During These Difficult Times- Love You Both!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽 @adon_shuler@GinoGuidugli@NDFootball
Marcus Freeman was asked to comment on the passing of Don Shuler today. Worth reading his full quote.
"Big Don was a terrific man, father, husband. I really got to know him through recruiting. We developed a really good relationship.
"When we found out the news that his health was declining, I had to be what Adon needed me to be. And I've always said that, like, my job as the head coach is you gotta be what your players need you to be. That could be different in moment, and there were parts of it that were emotional early. And then when he was home, what could I be for him? What did he need from me? And now that he's back, it could change every single day.
"But he is such a strong young man, and his focus wasn't on himself. It was on making sure he's there for his mom and his brothers. And that tells you who Adon Shuler is. He doesn't think about himself. He thinks about others. Playing in this game wasn't ever in question. He made that known from the moment his father passed away.
"I think each human goes through different stages of mourning, and we'll see the stages that Adon goes through, but it's our job to be here to support him in whatever stages that is. But there's no question in my mind that he'll play well on Saturday, and as we continue to move forward."
WATCH: #NotreDame coach Marcus Freeman said a grieving Adon Shuler made it clear immediately after his father’s passing he would play on Sunday vs. Wisconsin. #NDFootball@BadgerFootball
Notre Dame Captain Adon Shuler Carries His Father's Legacy
"Everybody he came in contact with, he touched them, and he was a light for people."
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Adon Shuler is playing Sunday. His dad would be mad if he didn't.
Just 48 hours after announcing the loss of his father, Shuler rejoined his team feeling inspired by the life he lived.
"Blessed to have the 20 years of my life with my dad."
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Just days after the passing of his dad Don, Notre Dame captain Adon Shuler was practicing today & preparing for Sunday’s season opener.
Adon says his dad taught him football & he’ll attack this week like every other week in his dad’s honor.
What an inspirational reflection.
Notre Dame captain Adon Shuler is back in South Bend following the passing of his father, Don, earlier this week.
Shuler believes the incredible support his family has received is a reflection of his father and the impact he had on so many people.
Notre Dame safety and 2× Captain, Adon Shuler announced on his Instagram that his father (Don Shuler) has passed away.
"Rest In Peace!❤️ Pops we love you and we know you looking over us! 🕊️"
Take a moment and keep Adon in your prayers. He has his first game of the season Sunday, this won't be easy 🙏
Tragic news Monday evening as two-time #NotreDame captain Adon Shuler announced on social media the death of his father, Don Shuler.
The Irish open their season on Sunday night in Green Bay.
Funeral arrangements have yet to be announced.
Notre Dame Safety Adon Shuler announced the passing of his father, Don Shuler, on his instagram account.
"Don had a presence that made every room better. He genuinely wanted to see everyone around him succeed and spent his life encouraging, guiding, and uplifting others. To his family, he was our foundation. To so many others, he was a leader, coach, mentor, and someone they could always count on.
Although our hearts are broken, we are grateful for the love, lessons, and memories he gave us. His impact will live on through his family and every life he touched.
We love you forever, Don. Your legacy will live on.
— The Shuler Family"
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