Jim Harbaugh in Talks with Chargers, Negotiating Contract Extension with Michigan Amid NCAA Investigations

Harbaugh's potential contract could set a precedent in NCAA, no decisions made yet

Jim Harbaugh, fresh off a national championship with the Michigan Wolverines, is in talks with the Los Angeles Chargers for their head coaching vacancy.
Harbaugh is also negotiating a contract extension with the University of Michigan, seeking a clause that would protect him from termination due to any findings or sanctions from ongoing NCAA investigations.
Harbaugh served two separate three-game suspensions during the 2023 season for separate violations, and further NCAA sanctions could be on the horizon.
Harbaugh's potential contract with Michigan could set a precedent limiting schools' ability to invoke 'for-cause' firings and undermining NCAA enforcement of head coach responsibilities.
Despite the ongoing negotiations with Michigan and interest from other NFL teams, no official decisions have been made regarding Harbaugh's career.