Texas Tech general manager James Blanchard turned down the same position with the Notre Dame football program, according to a report from ESPN. That decision comes after Blanchard met with the Fighting Irish on multiple occasions about the position and took one reported trip to South Bend in person.

“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.”

Notre Dame football is looking at Texas Tech GM James Blanchard to fill its open position, as they look to replace Chad Bowen

Notre Dame is targeting James Blanchard to become the next general manager of its football program, according to a report from 247Sports. The school found itsel

Notre Dame finished runner-up in the College Football Playoff and now is after Texas Tech football's James Blanchard for its new GM spot, per reports

Blanchard received a three-year deal to stay in Lubbock through 2027 with a total value of $1.575 million, per a source.

James Blanchard's new three-year deal with the Red Raiders will have a total value of $1.575 million, sources told ESPN. Blanchard received the new contract after turning down the general manager vacancy at Notre Dame,