James Johnston Blanchard (born August 8, 1942) is an American attorney, diplomat, and politician who served as the 45th governor of Michigan from 1983 to 1991.

3 days ago · 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 ...

3 days ago · The Irish attempted to hire James Blanchard, the general manager at Texas Tech, but he declined their offer. Blanchard has a strong track record, having helped Texas Tech secure high-profile ...

Those both have happened under Blanchard, finishing No. 28 in 2023 and No. 25 in 2024 respectively. The Red Raiders were able to land several impressive recruits during that stretch.

3 days ago · Texas Tech has retained general manager James Blanchard after he decided to forego an opportunity with Notre Dame. On3 reported that Blanchard met with the Fighting Irish management repeatedly ...

Jan 29, 2025 · Notre Dame is targeting James Blanchard to become the next general manager of its football program, according to a report from 247Sports.

Jan 29, 2025 · Blanchard hasn't made his final decision and Texas Tech will try and keep him in Lubbock, sources tell Dave Campbell's Texas Football. Blanchard was the first person McGuire hired when he became head coach in Lubbock and has become a …

Jan 29, 2025 · Marcus Freeman is targeting James Blanchard to be Notre Dame’s next general manager, sources tell 247Sports’ Tom Loy and Matt Zenitz. He would replace Chad Bowden, who left for USC last week.

Biography of James J. Blanchard. Jim Blanchard has dedicated his life to public service and law, serving with distinction as governor of the State of Michigan, ambassador to Canada and a member of the United States Congress.

Feb 3, 2025 · According to a Sunday report from John Brice of Irish Illustrated and Footballscoop, Notre Dame is "close to finalizing a deal" with their lead general manager candidate, James Blanchard of Texas ...