Mike Golic Sr. is returning to the Notre Dame football radio booth as the network’s new color analyst for the 2024 season, stepping into a role that has become a staple of the Fighting Irish’s broadcast presence.
He replaces Ryan Harris, who after eight years on the call decided to pursue law school at the University of Colorado, marking the end of a tenure that helped shape the modern voice of Notre Dame football on radio.
A Legacy Reborn on the Airwaves
Golic’s credentials stretch far beyond his playing days in the NFL; he has spent years delivering insightful commentary for ESPN and other outlets, honing a style that blends statistical depth with a genuine love for the program.
On air, he will partner with play‑by‑play voice Tony Simeone and studio host Johnny Soper on the popular ESPN Radio show ‘The Golics’, where the elder Golic will sit alongside his son, Mike Golic Jr., creating a unique father‑son dynamic that fans have come to anticipate.
This appointment marks Golic’s fourth permanent position as a Notre Dame radio analyst, a milestone that follows the footsteps of Allen Pinkett and Tom Pagna, underscoring a career that spans 42 seasons of Irish football coverage.
Jim Fraleigh, Notre Dame’s deputy athletic director, praised the move, noting that Golic’s combination of broadcasting expertise and personal connection to the university makes him a rare asset for the school’s media outreach.
Beyond the microphone, the Golic Family Foundation continues its annual SubPar Classic, a charity golf event that has raised funds for local causes in South Bend for five years, reflecting the family’s ongoing commitment to the community.
The decision highlights Notre Dame’s intent to blend seasoned professionalism with a heartfelt tie to the school’s heritage, aiming to enrich the listening experience for fans across the nation.