With Jim Harbaugh’s NFL Comeback Rumors, His Potential Replacement Sets Sights on Michigan HC Role

It’s the ultimate passing of the baton for the Michigan Wolverines. One of the most decorated periods in college football history is heading toward an end quite soon. After a lot of inside reports that point out this might be Jim Harbaugh‘s last season at the helm, there are new developments in the news.

It seems like Brian Kelly is all set to replace Harbaugh and join in as the replacement to Harbaugh. This is a great opportunity for the LSU HC who also has a special bond with the Michigan side.

Brian Kelly waiting in line to replace Harbaugh as Wolverines’ HC

Jim Harbaugh’s Michigan side is once again in the playoffs. However, this might be the last ever-season for the legendary HC as he sets foot in the NFL doctrine. Now, told by LSU radio host Matt Moscona, Brian Kelly might replace Harbaugh as the team’s next head coach. Moscona was confident when he told the listeners- “If Michigan pursues Brian Kelly, he would leave LSU for Michigan.”

So if Jim Harbaugh does decide to head to the NFL in the next season, the coast is clear for Brian Kelly. The LSU Tigers HC is also quite familiar with the Michigan and Ann Arbor areas. He possesses past experience in coaching Grand Valley State and Central Michigan teams. While Harbaugh would have continued with the team, the same he has done for the last 8 years. However, the recent sign-stealing scandal followed by Harbaugh’s suspension could force the 56-year-old into the NFL pastures.

NFL teams that are looking for a Jim Harbaugh HC role

Jim Harbaugh’s comeback to the NFL could be a great piece of news for several teams. Harbaugh has earned a terrific reputation as a college coach and is also an NFL veteran. As per inside sources, two teams are in contention for seeking Jim Harbaugh. One of them is the Los Angeles Chargers. The team recently fired Brandon Staley, their former HC, and is on the lookout for a new person to lead the team.

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Another team that is in talks with the Jim Harbaugh absorption is Las Vegas Raiders. Several reports have linked Harbaugh with the Raiders for the upcoming NFL season. Jim shares a friendly relationship with the team owner Mark Davis and has already had conversations regarding the move. These two teams are the front runners in bringing Jim Harbaugh on board if Michigan’s HC decides to call it a day at the NCAA.

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