USC, Bowden and Notre Dame

Newsstand: Chad Bowden, USC hiring away Notre Dame director of personnel Zaire Turner per report
A key piece of Notre Dame’s support staff is reportedly following former Fighting Irish general manager Chad Bowden to USC. Notre Dame director of player personnel Zaire Turner is headed to Los Angeles for a similar job with the Trojans,
NFL Analyst Calls Chad Bowden, USC Trojans Hire 'Fascinating'
USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley has hired Chad Bowden to be the program's general manager, and the move has turned heads around both the college football and NF
Sources: Chad Bowden, USC nabbing Zaire Turner away from Notre Dame
As Chad Bowden seeks to put his stamp on USC football in his new role as Lincoln Riley's general manager, Bowden is poised to bring a familiar face from Notre Dame with him to the West Coast. Multiple sources tell FootballScoop Wednesday that Bowden is hiring away Notre Dame Director of Player Personnel Zaire Turner into a key role of similar stature within the USC Trojans program.
Notre Dame football targeting Texas Tech GM after Chad Bowden's departure
“Notre Dame is targeting Texas Tech’s James Blanchard for its new general manager position, sources tell me and @TomLoy247 for @CBSSports/@247Sports,” Matt Zenitz said in a post. “At Texas Tech, Blanchard has become of the nation’s most respected college front office figures.”
Breaking down USC’s roster — and its biggest needs — as the Chad Bowden era begins
Safety Kamari Ramsey might be USC’s best player. Getting him back for 2025 is a major lift for this defense, especially since he’s the only returning starter in the secondary. The Trojans have to replace two starting corners, the nickel back and the safety opposite Ramsey.
The Times of Troy: Taking a closer look at new USC Trojans football GM Chad Bowden
Ryan Kartje is the USC beat writer at the Los Angeles Times. He joined The Times after six years with the Southern California News Group. A Michigan native and University of Michigan graduate, Kartje previously wrote for Fox Sports Wisconsin and the Bloomington (Ind.) Herald-Times.
Never A Dull Moment: Notre Dame GM Chad Bowden Heading To USC
Notre Dame GM Chad Bowden is set to join USC, marking a major shift for the Irish as they navigate offseason changes and future recruiting.
USC hires Notre Dame’s Chad Bowden as general manager: Why it matters
Bowden played a huge role in reshaping Notre Dame's approach to talent acquisition. Can he do the same at USC?
Notre Dame football loses GM Chad Bowden to rival USC
Notre Dame signed just one player from California in its 2025 recruiting class, but it was heralded linebacker Madden Faraimo, who spurned nearby USC.
USC Poaches Chad Bowden from Rival Notre Dame to Become Trojans’ General Manager in Bold Move
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish, along with college football enthusiasts, were shaken by a major move involving assistant AD Chad Bowden. Poached by the USC Trojans, Bowden has left his post as the assistant athletic director of player personnel and general manager to become the Trojans’ GM in what could only be described as a bold move.
Reports: Notre Dame football pursuing Texas Tech GM James Blanchard for same role
Last July, amid overtures from USC, James Blanchard reportedly signed a two-year, $800,000 contract to remain at Texas Tech.
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Notre Dame football loses key recruiting architect to bitter rival
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After GM hire, there are no more excuses for Lincoln Riley
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