Is The Jim Harbaugh Era Coming To An End At Michigan?

This statement is already appropriately written.

Coach Jim Harbaugh’s future remains uncertain as Michigan is expected to conclude its 2020 season.

Multiple reports indicate that Michigan has no intentions of pursuing bowl game opportunities, and on Tuesday, it was revealed that the scheduled game against No. 18 Iowa on Saturday has been cancelled.

However, those decisions pale in comparison to the potentially significant one that lies ahead.

The demand for a shift within the fan base is rapidly increasing. Amani Toomer, a former standout player for the Wolverines, expressed to Playinmichigan earlier this summer that there was a clear necessity for improvements in Ann Arbor.

In just this season, Michigan has swiftly obtained a 2-4 record, causing Harbaugh’s overall career record to decrease to 49-22 during his six-year tenure as the head coach of his alma mater.

Here are some potential outcomes for Harbaugh’s future.

Rivalry failure muddied decent Jim Harbaugh run

To be honest, a winning percentage of .690 is quite impressive.

However, a closer examination reveals the drawbacks of Harbaugh’s tenure, as it has fallen considerably short of the lofty expectations set for it.

Despite the belief of Wolverines’ supporters that they are far superior to the Michigan State program, Harbaugh’s record against them stands at 3-3.

However, the only thing that is certain when it comes to superiority is its relationship with its rival Ohio State. Harbaugh has yet to win a game against the Buckeyes, resulting in a record of 0-5. Given their past performances, it was highly likely that this season would have marked their sixth loss to OSU if the game had not been canceled due to COVID-19.

Michigan could extend Jim Harbaugh’s contract

Oh, COVID-19, how familiar it is.

The presence of the coronavirus pandemic serves as a convenient scapegoat for any prominent college athletic program seeking to attribute a disappointing season to unforeseen external circumstances.

To a certain degree, that is justifiable.

Furthermore, exercising caution in refraining from allocating additional funds towards football coaches seems sensible considering the financial setbacks athletic programs are experiencing due to the absence of spectators in stadiums.

Considering the current circumstances, it would be reasonable to argue against Michigan paying a settlement buyout for Harbaugh’s remaining year on his contract. Additionally, it seems inappropriate to burden the university with the expenses of a nationwide search and hiring a new coach when the country is currently grappling with other pressing issues.

As the early signing period begins on Wednesday, anticipate receiving word quickly if an extension is forthcoming.

Wolverines could find a new dynamic coach

The current phase of Michigan football bears a striking resemblance to the conclusion of the Lloyd Carr era during the mid-2000s.

Since their magical national championship season in 1997, the Wolverines have consistently performed well but have been unable to surpass that pinnacle.

After Carr walked away, the Michigan fans quickly began to yearn for the stable program he had guided.

The school took a unique approach by introducing Rich Rodriguez, a young and creative offensive mastermind hailing from West Virginia. Unfortunately, his tenure in Ann Arbor was challenging, resulting in a record of 15-22 over three seasons.

This mold would be a good fit for a candidate such as Matt Campbell from Iowa State or Joe Brady from the Carolina Panthers.

Michigan could fire Harbaugh, find another ‘Michigan Man’

After the Rodriguez years left the program in turmoil, the decision-makers opted to hire Brady Hoke, a proud representative of Michigan, to revive the team.

Hoke’s father had the opportunity to play alongside Bo Schembechler during their time at Miami (Ohio), and later on, he served as a coach under Gary Moeller and Carr at Michigan.

Michigan’s expectations were not met during the Hoke era, with a record of 31-20 in four seasons. The final blow came with a disappointing 5-7 season in 2014, ultimately leading to his downfall.

There seems to be a lack of standout Michigan Men who clearly qualify as potential head coaches at major college level.

However, taking a closer look at the rising Indiana team in the Big Ten, one can find a few familiar faces within their coaching staff. This includes their former standout running back, Mike Hart, who now coaches the Indiana University running backs, as well as their former quarterback, Nick Sheridan, who holds the position of offensive coordinator for the Hoosiers.

Scot Loeffler, a former Michigan quarterback, is making a name for himself in the coaching field. However, his initial head coaching stint at Bowling Green hasn’t yielded any success, as he has recorded a 3-14 record in two seasons.

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