History of Jim Harbaugh in Timeline
Jim Harbaugh is an American football coach and former quarterback. He's known for his successful coaching career, including stints as head coach for the Los Angeles Chargers (NFL), University of Michigan, San Francisco 49ers, Stanford University, and University of San Diego. As a player, Harbaugh was a quarterback in the NFL for 14 seasons, most notably with the Chicago Bears (1987-1993). He also played college football at Michigan (1983-1986). Harbaugh has a proven track record of success at both the collegiate and professional levels.
1901: Coach win 10 games
Harbaugh is one of only two coaches in program history to win 10 games in each of his first two seasons as head coach, joining Fielding H. Yost (1901–02).
1920: Largest margin since 1920
In week six, the Wolverines soundly defeated Rutgers 78–0, the third-largest margin of victory in program history and the largest margin since 1920.
1948: Reference to undisputed championship
The 2023 championship was the school's first undisputed national championship since 1948.
December 23, 1963: Jim Harbaugh Born
On December 23, 1963, James Joseph Harbaugh was born. He is an American football coach and former quarterback, currently the head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers of the NFL.
1966: Notre Dame's Championship Team
In October 2015, Michigan beat #13 Northwestern 38–0, making the Wolverines the first team with a pair of 30-point shutouts against ranked opponents since Notre Dame's 1966 championship team.
1967: Father's Coaching Positions
In 1967, Jack Harbaugh, Jim's father, held assistant coaching positions at Morehead State and Bowling Green.
1970: Father's Coaching Position at Bowling Green
From 1967 to 1970, Jack Harbaugh was an assistant coach at Bowling Green.
1971: Father's Coaching Position at Iowa
From 1971, Jack Harbaugh was an assistant coach at Iowa.
1973: Father's Coaching Position at Michigan
From 1973, Jack Harbaugh was an assistant coach at Michigan.
1979: End of Father's Coaching Position at Michigan
In 1979, Jack Harbaugh's tenure as assistant coach at Michigan concluded.
1980: Father's Defensive Coordinator Role at Stanford
From 1980 to 1981, Jim Harbaugh's father, Jack, was Stanford's defensive coordinator.
1980: Father's Coaching Position at Stanford
From 1980, Jack Harbaugh was an assistant coach at Stanford.
1981: Father's Defensive Coordinator Role at Stanford
From 1980 to 1981, Jim Harbaugh's father, Jack, was Stanford's defensive coordinator.
1981: End of Father's Coaching Position at Stanford
In 1981, Jack Harbaugh's tenure as assistant coach at Stanford concluded.
1981: Reference to Steve Smith Record
In 1981, Steve Smith broke Michigan's single season record with 2,335 yards of total offense.
February 1982: Committed to Play for Michigan Wolverines
In February 1982, Jim Harbaugh committed to play football for Bo Schembechler's Michigan Wolverines football team.
1982: Graduation from Palo Alto High School
In 1982, Jim Harbaugh graduated from Palo Alto High School.
1982: High School Graduation and Enrollment at the University of Michigan
In 1982, after graduating from high school in Palo Alto, California, Jim Harbaugh returned to Ann Arbor and enrolled at the University of Michigan, where he played quarterback for the Wolverines.
1982: Backup Quarterback
In 1982, as a freshman, Jim Harbaugh was a backup quarterback to Steve Smith at Michigan and did not see any game action.
1982: Reference to Steve Smith Record
Jim Harbaugh's 13 completions against Minnesota gave him 123 for the season, breaking the school record of 118 set by Steve Smith in 1982.
April 1983: Spring Game Performance
In April 1983, Jim Harbaugh performed well in the annual spring game, completing 10 of 15 passes for 116 yards.
November 5, 1983: First Pass for Michigan
On November 5, 1983, Jim Harbaugh completed his first pass for Michigan in a 42–10 victory over Purdue.
1983: Reference to Previous Quarterbacks
The 1984 competition pitted Harbaugh against sophomores Chris Zurbrugg and Russ Rein after three-year starter Steve Smith graduated, and his backup, Dave Hall, was lost to a knee injury in 1983.
April 1984: Competition for Starting Quarterback Job
In April 1984, Jim Harbaugh was in a three-way competition for Michigan's starting quarterback job and impressed observers in the spring game.
October 6, 1984: Broken Arm
On October 6, 1984, Jim Harbaugh sustained a badly broken left arm in the third quarter of a game against Michigan State and missed the remainder of the season.
April 1985: Arm Healed
By April 1985, Jim Harbaugh's arm had healed, and he completed 10 of 16 passes for 146 yards in the annual spring game.
October 26, 1985: School Record with Passing Yards
On October 26, 1985, Jim Harbaugh set a school record with 283 passing yards in a 42–15 victory over Indiana.
November 16, 1985: Victory over Minnesota
On November 16, 1985, in a 48–7 victory over Minnesota, Jim Harbaugh completed 13 of 18 passes for 243 yards and three touchdowns, breaking the school record of 118 completions for the season.
1985: Statistics in 1985
In 1985, Jim Harbaugh completed 145 of 227 passes for 1,976 yards, 18 touchdowns and six interceptions, and led the nation with a 163.7 passing efficiency rating.
1986: Passing Yards Record
For the 1986 season, Jim Harbaugh's 2,729 passing yards set a Michigan season record.
1986: Father's Coaching Position at Western Michigan
From 1982 to 1986, Jack Harbaugh was an assistant coach at Western Michigan.
1986: Victory over Ohio State
In 1986, Jim Harbaugh guaranteed a victory over Ohio State, and the Wolverines defeated the Buckeyes, 26–24.
1986: Bachelor of Arts Degree
In 1986, Jim Harbaugh received a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in communications from the University of Michigan.
1986: Final Season at Michigan
In 1986, Jim Harbaugh started all 13 games at quarterback for the Michigan Wolverines.
1986: Heisman Trophy Finalist
In 1986, as a fifth-year senior, Jim Harbaugh led Michigan to the 1987 Rose Bowl and was a Heisman Trophy finalist, finishing third.
1987: Drafted by the Chicago Bears
In 1987, Jim Harbaugh was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the first round of the NFL draft.
1987: Drafted by Chicago Bears and First NFL Season
In 1987, Jim Harbaugh was selected by the Chicago Bears in the first round of the NFL draft. During his first season, he played in a reserve capacity in six games. He completed one of 15 passes in an exhibition game in August and threw his first NFL passes in December, completing 8 of 11 for 62 yards in a game against the San Francisco 49ers.
1988: First NFL Start and Win
In 1988, Jim Harbaugh played 10 games, starting his first game in Week 14 against the Los Angeles Rams. He earned his first win as an NFL starter on December 12, 1988, with a victory over the Detroit Lions.
1989: Increased Playing Time and Team Record
In 1989, Jim Harbaugh saw more playing time after Jim McMahon left the team and started five games for Chicago. In 1989, he achieved his first season with over 1,000 passing yards and set a team record for single-season completion percentage.
1990: Regular Starting Quarterback for Chicago Bears
In 1990, Jim Harbaugh became a regular starting quarterback with the Chicago Bears.
1990: NFC Central Division Win
In 1990, Jim Harbaugh started in the first 14 games, contributing to Chicago's 11-5 record and NFC Central division win. Due to a shoulder injury, he missed the last two games and playoffs in 1990.
December 29, 1991: Postseason Debut
On December 29, 1991, Jim Harbaugh made his postseason debut in the NFC Wild Card Round against the Dallas Cowboys. Chicago lost the game 17-13, with Harbaugh throwing an interception on the final drive.
1992: Chicago Regresses and Coach Fired
In 1992, the Chicago Bears regressed to a 5–11 record, leading to the firing of coach Ditka. Jim Harbaugh played all 16 games but started only 13, holding a 5-8 record as starter during 1992.
1993: Departure from Chicago Bears
In 1993, Jim Harbaugh's tenure with the Chicago Bears came to an end after playing for the team since 1987.
1993: Final Season with Chicago
In 1993, the Chicago Bears had a 7–9 record. Jim Harbaugh started 15 games in 1993, marking his final season with the team.
April 7, 1994: Signed with Indianapolis Colts
On April 7, 1994, Jim Harbaugh signed with the Indianapolis Colts.
1994: Unpaid Assistant Coach at Western Kentucky University
From 1994 to 2001, Jim Harbaugh was an unpaid assistant coach at Western Kentucky University (WKU) under his father Jack Harbaugh.
1994: Joined Indianapolis Colts
In 1994, Jim Harbaugh joined the Indianapolis Colts.
1994: Appearance in The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr.
In 1994, Jim Harbaugh made a cameo appearance as a cowboy in "The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr.", a Western/science fiction TV show.
1995: Earned Nickname "Captain Comeback"
During his time with Indianapolis, such as leading the Colts to come-from-behind wins over the Chiefs and Chargers in the 1995-96 NFL playoffs and a near upset over the Steelers, Jim Harbaugh earned the nickname "Captain Comeback".
1995: Career Highs and AFC Championship Game
In 1995, Jim Harbaugh achieved career highs in completion percentage, passer rating, and touchdown passes, leading Indianapolis to the AFC Championship Game. He strained his right knee during a game against the Carolina Panthers on December 3, 1995.
December 31, 1995: AFC Wild Card Win Against San Diego
On December 31, 1995, Jim Harbaugh scored a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the AFC Wild Card Round against San Diego, contributing to Indianapolis' 35-20 victory.
January 7, 1996: Divisional Round Win Over Kansas City Chiefs
On January 7, 1996, Indianapolis won the Divisional Round game against the Kansas City Chiefs 10–7, with Jim Harbaugh contributing 112 passing yards.
1996: Appearance on Saved by the Bell: The New Class
In 1996, Jim Harbaugh appeared on the TV show Saved by the Bell: The New Class, playing the cousin of the character Screech.
1996: Return to Playoffs
In 1996, with Jim Harbaugh as signal caller, Indianapolis again finished 9–7 and made the playoffs. However, the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated Indianapolis in the Wild Card Round during 1996.
1996: First Bowl Win since 1996
In 2010, Stanford defeated Virginia Tech 40-12 for the Cardinal's first bowl win since 1996 and the first BCS bowl victory in program history.
1997: Struggles and Altercation with Jim Kelly
In 1997, Indianapolis fell to 3–13. Jim Harbaugh had a 2-9 record as starter. He missed four games in 1997 after punching former quarterback Jim Kelly in the face.
1997: Departure from Indianapolis Colts
In 1997, Jim Harbaugh's tenure with the Indianapolis Colts came to an end after playing for the team since 1994.
1997: Reference to previous championship
The 2023 championship was the school's first since 1997.
February 14, 1998: Traded to Baltimore Ravens
On February 14, 1998, Jim Harbaugh was traded to the Baltimore Ravens.
1998: Played for the Baltimore Ravens
In 1998, Jim Harbaugh played for the Baltimore Ravens.
1998: First Season with Baltimore Ravens and Stadium Opening
In 1998, Jim Harbaugh played with the Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens opened a new stadium for 1998, Ravens Stadium at Camden Yards.
1999: Joined San Diego Chargers
In 1999, Jim Harbaugh joined the San Diego Chargers.
1999: Most Playing Time with San Diego Chargers
In 1999, Jim Harbaugh played the most games in one season with the San Diego Chargers after Ryan Leaf sustained an injury.
2000: End of NFL Playing Career
In 2000, Jim Harbaugh concluded his 14-year NFL playing career with the San Diego Chargers.
2000: San Diego Chargers Finished with Losing Record
In 2000, San Diego finished 1-15, rotating Ryan Leaf, Jim Harbaugh, and Moses Moreno as starters.
2000: Shutout Wins
On October 3, 2015, Harbaugh led the Wolverines to a 28–0 shutout win against the Maryland Terrapins, posting back to back shutouts for the first time since 2000.
2001: Unpaid Assistant Coach at Western Kentucky University
From 1994 to 2001, Jim Harbaugh was an unpaid assistant coach at Western Kentucky University (WKU) under his father Jack Harbaugh.
2001: Brief Tenure with Detroit Lions and Carolina Panthers
In 2001, Jim Harbaugh signed with the Detroit Lions but was cut before the season. He finished his NFL career with the Carolina Panthers in 2001, where he did not play.
2001: Panther Racing's IRL Championship Win
In 2001, Panther Racing, co-owned by Jim Harbaugh, won the IRL championship. The team chose to keep the number 4, associated with Harbaugh's jersey number, rather than switching to number 1.
2001: First Bowl Appearance since 2001
In 2009, the Cardinal had a comeback season, finishing the regular season at 8–4 and receiving an invitation to play in the 2009 Sun Bowl, the Cardinal's first bowl appearance since 2001.
2002: First Playoff appearance since 2002
Despite expectations of a rebuilding season, Jim Harbaugh led the San Francisco 49ers to a 13-3 record in the regular season, winning the NFC West division and making it to the NFC Championship Game. This was the first time the 49ers had made the playoffs since 2002.
2002: Quarterback Coach for Oakland Raiders
In 2002 and 2003, Jim Harbaugh served as the quarterback coach for the Oakland Raiders.
2002: Panther Racing Wins Second IRL Championship
In 2002, Panther Racing, co-owned by Jim Harbaugh, secured their second consecutive IRL championship, continuing to honor Harbaugh's legacy by maintaining the number 4 on their main car.
2002: Involved in Recruiting for National Champion Team
Jim Harbaugh was involved in recruiting 17 players on Western Kentucky University's 2002 Division I-AA national champion team.
2002: Reference to Breaking Passing Yards Record
Jim Harbaugh's 2,729 passing yards set a Michigan season record that stood until 2002.
2002: No winning season since 2002
Prior to Jim Harbaugh's arrival, the San Francisco 49ers had not had a winning season nor a playoff appearance since 2002.
2003: Quarterback Coach for Oakland Raiders
In 2002 and 2003, Jim Harbaugh served as the quarterback coach for the Oakland Raiders.
2003: Ravens Stadium Renamed
In 2003, Ravens Stadium at Camden Yards was renamed M&T Bank Stadium.
2004: Head Coach at the University of San Diego
In 2004, Jim Harbaugh became the head coach at the University of San Diego.
2004: Head Football Coach at University of San Diego
Prior to the 2004 season, Jim Harbaugh was named head football coach at the University of San Diego.
January 2005: Inducted into Colts Ring of Honor
In January 2005, Jim Harbaugh was inducted into the Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor.
October 30, 2005: Arrest for DUI
On October 30, 2005, Harbaugh was arrested for DUI in Encinitas, California, after running a stop sign. He later pleaded guilty to reckless driving and was sentenced to probation, a fine, and a DUI educational program.
2005: Pioneer Football League Championship
In 2005, Jim Harbaugh directed the Toreros to an 11-1 record and won the Pioneer Football League championship.
2005: Pioneer League Championship at USD
In 2005, Jim Harbaugh led the University of San Diego to a Pioneer League championship.
December 2006: Head Football Coach at Stanford University
In December 2006, Jim Harbaugh was named the head football coach at Stanford University.
2006: Consecutive Pioneer League Championship at USD
In 2006, Jim Harbaugh led the University of San Diego to a consecutive Pioneer League championship.
2006: Second Consecutive Pioneer League Title
In 2006, the University of San Diego, under Jim Harbaugh, won their second consecutive Pioneer League title.
March 2007: Controversial Comments about Pete Carroll
In March 2007, Jim Harbaugh made controversial comments about USC's head coach Pete Carroll, suggesting Carroll would leave USC after the upcoming year, causing a minor uproar. Harbaugh later praised USC at the Pacific-10 Conference media day.
July 26, 2007: Harbaugh praises USC
On July 26, 2007, at the Pacific-10 Conference media day, Jim Harbaugh praised USC, calling them the best team in the country and possibly in college football history, which garnered media attention, especially in light of his earlier comments about Pete Carroll.
2007: Ranked in the top five since the start of the 2007 season
After defeating Hawaii in the opening game of the 2016 season, Michigan was ranked 5th in the AP Poll. It was the first time Michigan had been ranked in the top five since the start of the 2007 season.
2007: Head Coach at Stanford University
In 2007, Jim Harbaugh moved to Stanford University to become the head coach.
2008: Loss to USC
In 2008, Jim Harbaugh and the Stanford Cardinal lost to USC.
2008: Marriage to Sarah Feuerborn
In 2008, Jim Harbaugh married Sarah Feuerborn, marking the beginning of his second marriage.
2008: Stanford's Season
In 2008, Stanford's football team, under Jim Harbaugh, had a season record of 5 wins and 7 losses.
2008: First win over a top ten ranked team since 2008
Michigan cruised through its non-conference slate before defeating #8 Wisconsin. This was Michigan's first win over a top ten ranked team since 2008.
January 2009: Interviewed by the New York Jets
In January 2009, Jim Harbaugh was interviewed by the New York Jets for their head coach position, but the job was ultimately given to Rex Ryan.
November 14, 2009: Stanford upsets USC
On November 14, 2009, Jim Harbaugh's Stanford Cardinal upset USC with a score of 55–21. Stanford's 55 points were the most ever scored on USC in the Trojans' history at the time. This was Pete Carroll's first November loss as USC's head coach, leading to a verbal exchange between Harbaugh and Carroll.
December 13, 2009: Contract Extension with Stanford
On December 13, 2009, Jim Harbaugh received a three-year contract extension with Stanford, keeping him with the team through the 2014 season.
2010: Successful Season at Stanford
In 2010, Jim Harbaugh led Stanford to an 11-1 regular season record, with their only loss to Oregon, earning them a #4 BCS ranking and a BCS bowl invitation to the Orange Bowl. Stanford defeated Virginia Tech 40-12 for their first bowl win since 1996 and the first BCS bowl victory in program history. Andrew Luck was the runner-up for the Heisman Trophy for the second year in a row, and Harbaugh was named the Woody Hayes Coach of the Year.
January 7, 2011: Agreed to coach for the 49ers
On January 7, 2011, Jim Harbaugh agreed to a five-year, $25 million contract to become the head coach for the San Francisco 49ers, succeeding Jim Tomsula.
2011: Orange Bowl Win and 49ers Head Coach
In 2011, Jim Harbaugh led Stanford to a win in the Orange Bowl and subsequently signed a five-year deal as head coach of the San Francisco 49ers.
2011: Successful Season and Coach of the Year Awards
In 2011, Jim Harbaugh's work in San Francisco resulted in a successful season, revitalizing Alex Smith's career and creating one of the leading defensive squads. The 49ers lost in overtime to the New York Giants in the NFC Championship. Harbaugh was named AP NFL Coach of the Year, as well as Coach of the Year by the PFWA and Sporting News.
November 3, 2012: Oregon scores 62 points against USC
On November 3, 2012, Oregon scored 62 points in a 62-51 win over USC, surpassing Stanford's 55 points in 2009 as the most ever scored on USC.
November 2012: Cardioversion Procedure
In November 2012, Jim Harbaugh underwent a cardioversion procedure to correct an arrhythmia, an abnormal heartbeat rhythm.
2012: Super Bowl XLVII
In 2012, Jim Harbaugh and his brother John Harbaugh coached against each other in Super Bowl XLVII.
2012: Quarterback Controversy and Playoff Qualification
In 2012, Jim Harbaugh resolved a quarterback controversy by replacing Alex Smith with Colin Kaepernick. Despite Smith's high ranking and success, Harbaugh was impressed with Kaepernick's performance after Smith suffered a concussion. Kaepernick remained the starter, and the 49ers qualified for the playoffs again.
2013: Third Consecutive NFC Championship Appearance
In the 2013 season, Jim Harbaugh led the 49ers to a 12–4 regular-season record and a third consecutive appearance in both the playoffs and NFC Championship. The 49ers lost to the Seattle Seahawks, making Harbaugh the first NFL head coach to reach a conference championship game in each of his first three seasons.
2013: Power Struggle with General Manager
It has been suggested that in 2013 Jim Harbaugh was involved in a power struggle with 49ers general manager Trent Baalke starting.
2013: First appearance in the AP Top 25 since 2013
On September 26, 2015, Harbaugh led Michigan to a 31–0 victory over No. 22-ranked Brigham Young University, leading Michigan to move into #22 in the AP Poll. This was Michigan's first appearance in the AP Top 25 since 2013.
December 28, 2014: Parting Ways with the 49ers
On December 28, 2014, the 49ers announced that they had mutually agreed to part ways with Jim Harbaugh as their head coach after an 8-8 season. However, Harbaugh later suggested that he was forced out, not that it was a mutual decision.
December 30, 2014: Introduction as Michigan's Head Coach
On December 30, 2014, Jim Harbaugh was introduced by the University of Michigan as the school's new head football coach. His return to Michigan was the subject of a book, Endzone: The Rise, Fall, and Return of Michigan Football, by John U. Bacon.
2014: Contract extension through 2014
December 13, 2009: Jim Harbaugh's contract was extended through the 2014 season.
September 3, 2015: First Game as Michigan Head Coach
On September 3, 2015, Jim Harbaugh lost his first game as head coach of Michigan, a 24–17 road loss against Utah.
September 26, 2015: Victory Over BYU and Top 25 Ranking
On September 26, 2015, Jim Harbaugh led Michigan to a 31–0 victory over No. 22-ranked Brigham Young University, leading Michigan to move into #22 in the AP Poll. This was Michigan's first appearance in the AP Top 25 since 2013.
October 3, 2015: Shutout Win Against Maryland Terrapins
On October 3, 2015, Jim Harbaugh led the Wolverines to a 28–0 shutout win against the Maryland Terrapins, posting back-to-back shutouts for the first time since 2000.
2015: Head Football Coach for University of Michigan
In 2015, Jim Harbaugh accepted the job as head football coach for the University of Michigan Wolverines.
2015: Rumors of Departure
On October 5, 2014, it was rumored that Jim Harbaugh would not return in 2015 regardless of that season's outcome, although owner Jed York denied the claims at the time.
2016: 10-3 Season
In 2016, Michigan, coached by Jim Harbaugh, finished the season with a 10–3 record.
June 13, 2017: Spoke about Access to Justice
On June 13, 2017, Jim Harbaugh spoke in Washington, D.C., in the Senate Building about the gap in access to justice for low-income Americans, highlighting the 2017 LSC report, "The Justice Gap: Measuring the Unmet Civil Legal Needs of Low-Income Americans."
2018: Appearance on Detroiters
In 2018, Jim Harbaugh portrayed himself on the Comedy Central series Detroiters in the episode "Little Caesars".
2018: 8-5 Record on the year
Michigan finished the 2017-2018 bowl season with an 8-5 record on the year.
2018: 10-3 Season
The Wolverines finished with another 10-3 season in 2018.
2019: 49ers Advance to Super Bowl LIV
Until the 2019 season, in which the 49ers went 13–3 and advanced to Super Bowl LIV, the 49ers had losing seasons every year following Jim Harbaugh's departure.
April 2020: Opposition to Abortion Stated
In a podcast interview in April 2020, Jim Harbaugh expressed his opposition to abortion, labeling medical abortion as "horrendous" and emphasizing the sanctity of life.
November 28, 2020: Loss to Penn State
On November 28, 2020, Michigan hosted Penn State and, for the first time in Michigan football history, lost to a team that was 0–5 or worse.
January 8, 2021: Harbaugh Signed Contract Extension
On January 8, 2021, Michigan signed Harbaugh to a four-year contract extension through the 2025 season, securing his position as head coach.
2021: College Football Playoff Berth
In 2021, Jim Harbaugh led the University of Michigan football team to a berth in the College Football Playoff.
January 2022: Harbaugh Considers NFL Coaching Jobs
In January 2022, Jim Harbaugh was considered for head coaching positions with the Las Vegas Raiders and the Minnesota Vikings, ultimately deciding to return to the University of Michigan for the 2022 season.
July 2022: Speech at Anti-Abortion Event
In July 2022, Jim Harbaugh spoke at an anti-abortion event, advocating for the rights of the unborn with the statement, "Have the courage to let the unborn be born".
2022: Named Big Ten Coach of the Year
In 2022, Harbaugh was named Big Ten Coach of the Year, capping off a season that included the Wolverines' first 12-win regular season since 1905 and a victory in Columbus, Ohio, since 2000.
2022: Consecutive College Football Playoff Berth
In 2022, Jim Harbaugh led the University of Michigan football team to a consecutive berth in the College Football Playoff.
August 23, 2023: Harbaugh Suspended for Recruiting Violations
On August 23, 2023, Michigan announced a self-imposed suspension for Harbaugh for the first three games of the 2023 season due to violations of recruiting regulations.
2023: National Championship
In 2023, Jim Harbaugh led the University of Michigan to win a national championship.
January 8, 2024: CFP National Championship Win
On January 8, 2024, Harbaugh led Michigan to a 34–13 win over Washington in the CFP National Championship, securing Michigan's first national championship since 1997 and first undisputed title since 1948.
January 24, 2024: Head Coach of the Los Angeles Chargers
On January 24, 2024, Jim Harbaugh left Michigan to return to the NFL, signing a five-year contract to become the head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers.
August 7, 2024: NCAA Show-Cause Order
On August 7, 2024, Harbaugh received a four-year show-cause order from the NCAA for unethical conduct in 2021, including violations of recruitment rules during the COVID-19 dead period, with significant restrictions imposed on his coaching duties should he return to collegiate coaching.
September 8, 2024: First NFL Win Since 2014
On September 8, 2024, in his coaching debut with the Chargers, Harbaugh secured his first NFL win since December 2014, with the Chargers defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 22–10.
January 2025: Cardiac Ablation and Hip Replacement Announced
In January 2025, it was announced that Jim Harbaugh would undergo a cardiac ablation procedure and a hip replacement.
August 15, 2025: Additional Show-Cause Order
On August 15, 2025, Harbaugh was given an additional 10-year show-cause order for his role in an illegal scouting and sign-stealing operation at Michigan, which is to begin after the end of his previous show-cause order running until 2028. The NCAA criticized him for not cooperating with the investigation and stipulated a suspension for the first season of his return to collegiate coaching after 2028.
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