2004 Notre Dame football scandal

The 2004 Notre Dame football scandal involved allegations of academic misconduct, specifically that some players received improper help on exams. The university was accused of lax academic standards for its athletes. This controversy arose when several players, including star quarterback Brady Quinn, were investigated for potential cheating. As a result, Notre Dame established stricter academic policies and reviewed its academic support programs for athletes. The scandal raised broader concerns about the integrity of college sports and the balance between athletics and academics in higher education institutions.