Jim Harbaugh signs new contract with Michigan, issues statement

Jim Harbaugh flirted heavily with the NFL this offseason and was reportedly in the mix for the Minnesota Vikings job until things fell through recently.

Now, he’s back at Michigan and says he’s all-in with the Wolverines. And, it appears the school is all-in on its head coach, too.

Per reports on Wednesday evening, Harbaugh and Michigan have agreed to a 5-year contract that will keep him in Ann Arbor through the end of the 2026 season:

Michigan and Jim Harbaugh have agreed to a new 5-year contract through the 2026 season. The contract alters the terms and length of the deal signed last January by an additional season. #GoBlue

— Brandon Marcello (@bmarcello) February 16, 2022

Harbaugh issued a statement saying he’s excited for the future of the Wolverines’ program and is thankful to be the head coach:

Statement from Jim Harbaugh on the new contract with Michigan: https://t.co/k5bN5NhJoE pic.twitter.com/f4QEbSh4Go

— Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) February 16, 2022

In 7 years with the Wolverines, Harbaugh has a 61-24 overall record. He led the Wolverines to a 12-2 record, a Big Ten title and a College Football Playoff berth in 2021.

Adam Spencer

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