Cerrato started his career as a graduate assistant for the Minnesota Golden Gophers from 1983 to 1984 .
Cerrato was promoted to recruiting coordinator in 1985 , before leaving for Notre Dame .
Cerrato started his career as a graduate assistant for the Minnesota Golden Gophers from 1983 to 1984 , and he was promoted to recruiting coordinator in 1985 , before leaving for Notre Dame .