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The Commish
Footballguy
If we are to believe the plan B rumors, Stoops pops up frequently in those discussions. I haven't had time to pay much attention to the plan B scuddlebutt with all the Harbaugh hysteria to keep track of. Thoughts on Stoops being a potential target?
Doctor Detroit
Please remove your headgear
MAC_32
Footballguy
not yetExciting time to be a Michigan fan
gump
Footballguy
Like Commish has been saying, even if you don't get your guy...you appear to be going after a big splash. You're not hiring Mike Riley.not yetExciting time to be a Michigan fan
MAC_32
Footballguy
True, but there's a reasonable chance we end up with worse than Riley. I'll be dancing in the street if he signs, but I'm not getting my hopes up.Like Commish has been saying, even if you don't get your guy...you appear to be going after a big splash. You're not hiring Mike Riley.not yetExciting time to be a Michigan fan
SHIZNITTTT
Footballguy
Stoops? Bob Stoops? Why would he take a step down to coach at Michigan?
MAC_32
Footballguy
Im sure one of these years the people blindly throwing Stoops out there annually will stick. One outta twenty ain't bad?
Ilov80s
Footballguy
Exciting would be playing in a meaningful bowl game.Exciting time to be a Michigan fan
fypExciting would be playing in aExciting time to be a Michigan fanmeaningfulbowl game.
MAC_32
Footballguy
I wasn't too excited getting waxed by K State last year.fypExciting would be playing in a meaningful bowl game.Exciting time to be a Michigan fan
gump
Footballguy
I think he comes up on every search because there is an thought he may want a change of scenery.
No idea where that comes from.
The Commish
Footballguy
I've been waiting a long time for Michigan to throw their hat in the ring and begin striving for things on a national stage. That part excites me.gump said:Like Commish has been saying, even if you don't get your guy...you appear to be going after a big splash. You're not hiring Mike Riley.MAC_32 said:not yetExciting time to be a Michigan fan
LAUNCH
Footballguy
http://gregghenson.com/harbaugh-harbaugh-and-more-harbaugh/
There has been a lot of chatter this weekend regarding Jim Harbaugh’s future and as I’ve believed and posted here since November, this looks like it’s happening, ya just gotta wait a week.
Mgoblog has some really good stuff concerning a 49ers coaches wife and a John Elway tip. I agree, that stuff getting out is more than likely real as it isn’t within the local/Michigan “echo chamber.” I’m also now comfortable telling you that multiple former teammates are on board that it is happening, including 2 that are still tight with Jim today. These guys weren’t talking a month ago, I’m convinced they didn’t know then but they are in the loop now.
It’s been very difficult to get anything out of anybody in the last couple weeks, NOBODY wants to be the leak now with this apparently and more than likely happening. Most of the guys who told me it was happening in November just nod knowingly when we discuss the Harbaugh issue, they are measuring their words as if they’ve all been told to clam up while Hackett does his job. They will give cryptic hints, but NOBODY wants to hit the “Go” button…yet.
The word today is that Miami Owner Stephen Ross won’t go after Harbaugh or the report that Harbaugh will leave “part ways” with the Niners are ridiculous, WE ALL ALREADY KNEW THAT! These NFL reports are nothing new, nothing. Ross is on record a month ago saying he would rather see Jim in Ann Arbor. Did we all just assume he way lying? Dumb. As for the other report that he would part ways, huh, you’d have to be living in Columbus under a rock to not know he was leaving San Francisco. I’m continually shocked at what is reported as “new” news these days, I mean, I can get all this crap from Bernie Smilovitz and he’s too busy running 30 year old bloopers to even know there is a vacancy in Ann Arbor. Do these National media guys really think Michigan was going to go without a coach for three weeks? I’m told they’ve known all along that this deal would get done. I feel bad for Jim Hackett, people must think he’s a real light-weight to think he wasn’t going about this the right way.
Look, this could still go wrong at the last minute, but I don’t think it will, there is too much evidence both publicly and off the record that indicates Jim Harbaugh is ready to shock the NFL world and return to college. I’ve said all along that Jim wanted the job and he will prove it next week after his dreadful season with the Niners is done. He isn’t going to quit and walk away, he will see it through no matter what, that is in his DNA.
You will hear a lot of stuff this week, but nothing will be done until NEXT week, so relax, know it is happening and have a great holiday!
Eisen is getting ready...Blue know it!
https://vine.co/v/OXnJ9D2d9tA
There has been a lot of chatter this weekend regarding Jim Harbaugh’s future and as I’ve believed and posted here since November, this looks like it’s happening, ya just gotta wait a week.
Mgoblog has some really good stuff concerning a 49ers coaches wife and a John Elway tip. I agree, that stuff getting out is more than likely real as it isn’t within the local/Michigan “echo chamber.” I’m also now comfortable telling you that multiple former teammates are on board that it is happening, including 2 that are still tight with Jim today. These guys weren’t talking a month ago, I’m convinced they didn’t know then but they are in the loop now.
It’s been very difficult to get anything out of anybody in the last couple weeks, NOBODY wants to be the leak now with this apparently and more than likely happening. Most of the guys who told me it was happening in November just nod knowingly when we discuss the Harbaugh issue, they are measuring their words as if they’ve all been told to clam up while Hackett does his job. They will give cryptic hints, but NOBODY wants to hit the “Go” button…yet.
The word today is that Miami Owner Stephen Ross won’t go after Harbaugh or the report that Harbaugh will leave “part ways” with the Niners are ridiculous, WE ALL ALREADY KNEW THAT! These NFL reports are nothing new, nothing. Ross is on record a month ago saying he would rather see Jim in Ann Arbor. Did we all just assume he way lying? Dumb. As for the other report that he would part ways, huh, you’d have to be living in Columbus under a rock to not know he was leaving San Francisco. I’m continually shocked at what is reported as “new” news these days, I mean, I can get all this crap from Bernie Smilovitz and he’s too busy running 30 year old bloopers to even know there is a vacancy in Ann Arbor. Do these National media guys really think Michigan was going to go without a coach for three weeks? I’m told they’ve known all along that this deal would get done. I feel bad for Jim Hackett, people must think he’s a real light-weight to think he wasn’t going about this the right way.
Look, this could still go wrong at the last minute, but I don’t think it will, there is too much evidence both publicly and off the record that indicates Jim Harbaugh is ready to shock the NFL world and return to college. I’ve said all along that Jim wanted the job and he will prove it next week after his dreadful season with the Niners is done. He isn’t going to quit and walk away, he will see it through no matter what, that is in his DNA.
You will hear a lot of stuff this week, but nothing will be done until NEXT week, so relax, know it is happening and have a great holiday!
Eisen is getting ready...Blue know it!
https://vine.co/v/OXnJ9D2d9tA
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The Commish
Footballguy
It's probably also a good sign that Schefter and good ole Ian are backing off their "there's no way in hell he'd ever consider coaching in college again. he hates kids" shtick as well. Out of all the scuddlebutt of the weekend, John Elway was the most interesting to me.
The Commish
Footballguy
Smoke is getting thicker by the minute 
LAUNCH
Footballguy
Couple of sources I trust the most, who are typically right on about Michigan-related stuff, are saying for sure that Jimmy is coming home.
— Steve Deace (@SteveDeaceShow) December 22, 2014
— Steve Deace (@SteveDeaceShow) December 22, 2014
SwampDawg
Footballguy
I think Ross coming out and backing Philbin yesterday was the clincher. Sure maybe Ross would prefer Harbaugh in Michigan but if Jim had said he wanted to stay in the NFL Ross would have went after him. I think he already knows it is a done deal and backing Philbin now saves face.
scrumptrulescent
Footballguy
Adam Schefter backpedaling so fast he's tripping. Total 180. What a sorryass excuse for a Michigan grad.
The Commish
Footballguy
Doctor Detroit
Please remove your headgear
They reported Marshawn Lynch retired in August. HTH
Doctor Detroit
Please remove your headgear
The Commish
Footballguy
They reported Marshawn Lynch retired in August. HTH
Ok....had it pop up multiple times on facebook.....that makes complete sense. We'll see if we see our first flames today. Hackett meets with the team.
B-Deep
Footballguy
And if he says "my heart has always been in Michigan" we won't be?If he comes to Michigan and doesn't address this, then we (the fans) will be on pins and needles every year as his name is brought up as a HC candidate for XXXX NFL team. We'll sit around wondering if he's going to bounce because the NFL is really where he wants to be. This "search" is bad enough. Not sure I have the stamina for this stuff yearly
If he comes and does well the "will he go to the NFL" is going to be a yearly thing no matter what he says
gump
Footballguy
No doubt. Saban is 12 years older and was involved in every rumor up until this year. It's the nature of the media and internet now.And if he says "my heart has always been in Michigan" we won't be?If he comes to Michigan and doesn't address this, then we (the fans) will be on pins and needles every year as his name is brought up as a HC candidate for XXXX NFL team. We'll sit around wondering if he's going to bounce because the NFL is really where he wants to be. This "search" is bad enough. Not sure I have the stamina for this stuff yearly
If he comes and does well the "will he go to the NFL" is going to be a yearly thing no matter what he says
The Commish
Footballguy
I think there's a distinction between having a coach here that says he's all in and plans on staying vs one that's here because his family wants him to be hereAnd if he says "my heart has always been in Michigan" we won't be?If he comes to Michigan and doesn't address this, then we (the fans) will be on pins and needles every year as his name is brought up as a HC candidate for XXXX NFL team. We'll sit around wondering if he's going to bounce because the NFL is really where he wants to be. This "search" is bad enough. Not sure I have the stamina for this stuff yearly
If he comes and does well the "will he go to the NFL" is going to be a yearly thing no matter what he says
Neither of those change the reality that the NFL will come knocking frequently, but it certain changes how the fan base reacts to the NFL's calls.It is impossible to ever know what is really in his heart no matter what words come out of his mouth. Jim is a huge competitor and his heart will be in doing the best job he can whether he had some reservations about the decision to come or not.I think there's a distinction between having a coach here that says he's all in and plans on staying vs one that's here because his family wants him to be hereAnd if he says "my heart has always been in Michigan" we won't be?If he comes to Michigan and doesn't address this, then we (the fans) will be on pins and needles every year as his name is brought up as a HC candidate for XXXX NFL team. We'll sit around wondering if he's going to bounce because the NFL is really where he wants to be. This "search" is bad enough. Not sure I have the stamina for this stuff yearly
If he comes and does well the "will he go to the NFL" is going to be a yearly thing no matter what he says
The Commish
Footballguy
I don't know what this has to do with what I said but ok? My singular point was the lip service needs to be there for the fragile parts of the fan baseIt is impossible to ever know what is really in his heart no matter what words come out of his mouth. Jim is a huge competitor and his heart will be in doing the best job he can whether he had some reservations about the decision to come or not.I think there's a distinction between having a coach here that says he's all in and plans on staying vs one that's here because his family wants him to be hereAnd if he says "my heart has always been in Michigan" we won't be?If he comes to Michigan and doesn't address this, then we (the fans) will be on pins and needles every year as his name is brought up as a HC candidate for XXXX NFL team. We'll sit around wondering if he's going to bounce because the NFL is really where he wants to be. This "search" is bad enough. Not sure I have the stamina for this stuff yearly
If he comes and does well the "will he go to the NFL" is going to be a yearly thing no matter what he says
The way this is presented, especially early on, is important. It becomes less important as time goes on.
MAC_32
Footballguy
I'll be happy if he comes. I won't be surprised if he chooses Oakland. I won't worry about December 2015 until December 2015.And if he says "my heart has always been in Michigan" we won't be?If he comes and does well the "will he go to the NFL" is going to be a yearly thing no matter what he saysIf he comes to Michigan and doesn't address this, then we (the fans) will be on pins and needles every year as his name is brought up as a HC candidate for XXXX NFL team. We'll sit around wondering if he's going to bounce because the NFL is really where he wants to be. This "search" is bad enough. Not sure I have the stamina for this stuff yearly
whoknew
Footballguy
Might be getting Harbaugh.
And now - @ChrisVannini SI reports Pat Narduzzi will be named head coach at Pitt. bit.ly/14IQx2Y
Great week.
And now - @ChrisVannini SI reports Pat Narduzzi will be named head coach at Pitt. bit.ly/14IQx2Y
Great week.
The Commish
Footballguy
What the?? Narduzzi settling for Pitt? Hasn't he turned down "better" jobs in recent years or is that all fluff?
whoknew
Footballguy
Da Guru
Fair & Balanced
Narduzzi will be back at MSU when Dantonio retires in a couple of years. Dantonio has had major health issues and probably won`t coach more than 2-3 more seasons.
Ilov80s
Footballguy
Depends how things go at Pitt.
The Commish
Footballguy
I need a new MSU source then. The current ones seem to be in a pretty loud echo chamber.
The Commish
Footballguy
The path has been set....all that's missing is the name:
It's really tough not to drop trou and run around the neighborhood
whoknew
Footballguy
Doctor Detroit
Please remove your headgear
I understand Harbaugh wanting to win a Lombardi trophy, but I don't see how he's gotta better opportunity right now than at Michigan. Are the Raiders gonna pay him $8 million a year? I doubt it, I doubt they can get within $2 million of that. So cheaper living in Ann Arbor, more money, coming home and he gets to go after Urban Meyer. I wish Nick Saban would pick up the phone and call him, I think you look at Saban and see what I think is the right move.
Sure college has recruiting, practice restrictions, entry requirements, fund raisers and all of that. But you also don't work 18 hours a day during the season and you have TOTAL CONTROL over football operations. Playing the savior is right in Harbaugh's wheelhouse too, what better place to do it than at his hometown team and his alma mater?
I am starting to believe this is going to happen. The stats are aligning.
Sure college has recruiting, practice restrictions, entry requirements, fund raisers and all of that. But you also don't work 18 hours a day during the season and you have TOTAL CONTROL over football operations. Playing the savior is right in Harbaugh's wheelhouse too, what better place to do it than at his hometown team and his alma mater?
I am starting to believe this is going to happen. The stats are aligning.
Baloney Sandwich
Footballguy
NCAA is a step down from the NFL in terms of coaching, doesn't matter how much money a desperate institution throws on the table. Yes, that money might sway a coach but the coach realizes they are no longer in the big leagues. I don't see this happening but if it does I will be shocked if he isn't back in the NFL within 3 years.
Doctor Detroit
Please remove your headgear
Baloney Sandwich
Footballguy
It is silly to think otherwise. I don't see how anyone can effectively argue that coaching college kids compares to coaching the best of the best in the NFL.
Doctor Detroit
Please remove your headgear
You're a Boston guy, you know #### about college football.
How many NFL coaching legends are there? Lombardi, Landry, Knoll, Brown, probably Belicheat. /list
How many college football legends are there? Schembechler, Bryant, Switzer, Wilkinson, Royal, Hayes, Paterno, Osbourne, Rockne, Saban, Warner, Stagg, Snyder, Bowden, Robinson etc.
Guys in college get stadiums named after them, guys in the pros get recycled.
Baloney Sandwich
Footballguy
Yes, college coaches are more revered. I fail to see how that is an argument that coaching at the college level isn't a step down from the NFL. If you want to compete at the highest level and challenge yourself, the NFL is much more of a test than the NCAA. In some ways you are making my point for me. It is much easier to become a great college coach than become a great NFL coach.
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Doctor Detroit
Please remove your headgear
John Wooden is generally regarded as the greatest coach in any sport, ever. He never coached a day in the pros.
Using the "highest level" argument and thinking that is God's word, is flawed.
Using the "highest level" argument and thinking that is God's word, is flawed.
Baloney Sandwich
Footballguy
