Internal ‘strife’ lingering over Michigan Wolverines……..
Internal ‘strife’ lingering over Michigan Wolverines program involving Jim Harbaugh, could impact 2024 decision
Under JIm Harbaugh, one of the best college football coaches in history is leading the Michigan Wolverines to the College Football Playoffs once more, surpassing all expectations in Ann Arbor. But the very fact that Harbaugh was available for Michigan might lead to his coming back to the NFL.
In the last offseason, Harbaugh has made some flirtatious moves with NFL teams in an attempt to realize his unfulfilled dream of winning a Super Bowl. He was on the verge of joining the San Francisco 49ers, but he quit the team to play for Miochigan due to ongoing conflicts with 49ers executives.
Jim Harbaugh’s Michigan Wolverines record in college was 85–25.
Although Harbaugh has a proven track record as a head coach and winner, his demeanor also irritates many around him.
Harbaugh hasn’t necessarily left the Wolverines with an easNow, as the Wolverines attempt to sign him to a new contract extension amid renewed NFL interest, there appears to be conflict within the Wolverines’ athletic department.
On the latest Inside Coverage podcast, Yahoo Sports’ senior reporter Charles Robinson disclosed that there is some internal conflict between Harbaugh and the top of Michigan’s athletic department.
“Prior to the sign-stealing investigation coming out, Michigan was confident they were going to get him signed to a long-term contract. Now, there’s been strife inside Michigan. Harbaugh and the athletic director, not best buds, probably not on each other’s Christmas card list. He and Ward Manuel, not the fastest of friends.”
Charles Robinson on Michigan Wolverines coach Jim Harbaughy decision. The sign-stealing scandal hung a black cloud over the Wolverines’ undefeated season and a loss to Alabam in the CFP Semifinal would be more playoff disappointment for this program.
- Jim Harbaugh NFL coaching record: 44-19-1 in regular season, 5-3 in playoffs
In 2024, Harbaugh might still be placed on indefinite suspension by the NCAA, which would have penalties that would affect which players could use the transfer portal and last the entire season. The internal struggle is unlikely to be overcome because Harbaugh isn’t evolving as a person.
Many people believed that Michigan winning a national championship would ensure Harbaugh’s departure for the NFL. Even if the Wolverines lose and Harbaugh isn’t able to win the national championship, it appears as though his time as a college football coach is running out.