Report: Michigan discussed new contract (with lower salary) with Jim Harbaugh; multiple NFL teams interested in him
By Adam Spencer
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At 2-4 and currently dealing with COVID-19 issues, it’s safe to say this season hasn’t gone according to plan for the Michigan Wolverines.
Now, coach Jim Harbaugh is on the hot seat, too. But, it appears the Wolverines are at least giving him an option to stay.
Per reporter John Bacon, AD Warde Manuel has offered Harbaugh a new contract with a lower base salary and buyout. But, per the report, the contract would allow Harbaugh more money to hire better assistants and would have large performance-based incentives:
What we know so far, from solid sources:
UM AD Warde Manuel has discussed with Jim Harbaugh a new contract with lower base salary and buyout, though with good provisions to hire top assistants and large incentives for performance. (1/2)— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) December 8, 2020
Also of note in Bacon’s report is that 5 NFL teams have expressed interest in hiring the embattled Michigan coach:
Harbaugh can now accept, negotiate, or decline. At least five NFL teams have expressed an interest in hiring him – per usual – though not clear if any have made firm offers yet. (2/2)
— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) December 8, 2020
Harbaugh led the San Francisco 49ers to an NFC title and a Super Bowl appearance during his time with the team. Will he stay at Michigan or end up back in the pro ranks at this time next year?
Anything seems possible at this point.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
