Will the Wolverine backbone return to the NFL? There has been never-ending speculation about Jim Harbaugh’s comeback to the National Football League since he delivered a jaw-dropping performance at the Rose Bowl, defeating Alabama with a 27-20 score and leading his team closer to the National Championship Title. Now, again, the internet is buzzing with an intriguing update that indicates his potential return in no time.
Jim Harbaugh, the head coach of the Michigan football team, is yet to sign an extension with the college team, despite being at the peak of his college football coaching career. Through the latest reports, it seems like he has his eyes set on making his way to the Super Bowl as a head coach. Recently, an NFL insider revealed the truth behind Jim Harbaugh rejoining the NFL on the Pat McAfee Show.
Is Jim Harbaugh planning to return to the NFL?
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During the latest episode of The Pat McAfee Show, ESPN insider Adam Schefter and McAfee discussed the possibility of Harbaugh returning to the NFL. As they talked, the host asked Schefter about his perspective on the matter. While sharing his insights, the NFL insider made an interesting point that grabbed everyone’s attention.
Initially, he emphasized the coach’s contribution to Michigan and how he has restored the team’s greatness. Moreover, he pointed out that winning a national title is one more thing on Michigan’s bucket list under their alumni coach. Moving toward his NFL presence, Schefter highlighted, “He has hired an agent named Don Yee, who has deep connections in the NFL.”
The analyst mentioned that even if Harbaugh fails to win the NFL championship, the NFL may still dictate him to a team that is interested in having him on their roster and offers him an attractive contract. He also emphasized that in case Jim Harbaugh wins the championship, he will probably receive a lucrative contract offer, similar to Sean Payton’s contract from last season. Schefter further emphasized that the Michigan head coach would be “interested, absolutely” in taking up that offer.
This somehow creates an intriguing element and hints at Harbaugh’s potential return to the league. Moreover, what backs Adam Schefter’s statement is the fact that Don Yee seemed to have a deep connection with the likes of Tom Brady.
Before joining college football, Jim Harbaugh was the head coach of the 49ers, but presumably due to some problems with the general manager, the power hierarchy of that team, and some misunderstandings with officials, he left the team to join college football. But one cannot deny his contribution to the NFL. But, is the head coach really making his return to the NFL? Let’s hear it from the man himself!
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Jim Harbaugh reveals his NFL plans!
Head Coach Jim had a remarkable career as a quarterback in the NFL before joining college football. He played for the Chicago Bears as the twenty-sixth overall pick and also for the Indianapolis Colts, earning respectable titles like Pro Bowl and AFC Player of the Year. Despite this, during his appearance on Senior Sunday night at the team banquet, he made a statement that suggested he wasn’t intending to leave the college team.
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While hinting at his own return, the coach also said he hoped his team did the same.“I just want to say, I hope some of you are coming back next year,” Harbaugh said. It seems that Jim wants to grow in college football, but anything is possible in the NFL. Only the future will reveal the truth. What are your thoughts on Jim’s potential return? Share your insights below!
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