AllOregon No. 1 Share Posted January 25 Sources - Jim Harbaugh accepts head coaching job with Chargers - ESPN WWW.ESPN.COM Jim Harbaugh is leaving the Michigan Wolverines to accept the head coaching job with the Los Angeles Chargers, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Hopefully is good for Herbert and Oregon (pending any coaching poaching) 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solar No. 2 Share Posted January 25 (edited) Woohoo, Bair, who just got his 5th star, to the Ducks coming right up! (He has said he was waiting for Harbaugh to make his decision before he made his, which tells you everything you need to know). I don't think this will be anything like Saban leaving Bama though. Harbaugh is great, but not a dirty like Saban. UM is set up pretty good as an organization and their coach will be an internal hire (Sherrod Moore), who was successful in place of Harbaugh coaching games. So, I expect most of the talent to stay. Still, I'm concerned about tOSU pillaging even more top shelf talent. Edited January 25 by Solar 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirklandduck Moderator No. 3 Share Posted January 25 Jim Harbaugh accepts head job with Los Angeles Chargers, to leave Michigan after nine seasons per report 247SPORTS.COM In nine seasons under Harbaugh, Michigan went 89-25, including a staggering 40-3 over the last three... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 4 Share Posted January 25 A winner at U of San Diego, Stanford, the Pros, and Michigan. I see this as great news for Justin. It may also be good for MI NCAA-wise with the head man at the time of infractions leaving Ann Arbor. Now, pick Bowers, LSU WR Nabers, UW WR Odunze (I think Franklin will be off the board but if not?), or go with the D side of the ball. Slater is solid at LT. Another guy to look at could be ND's Joe Alt to play RT. Will Sherrone Moore move up to HC? Will Harbaugh's move have returning MI players thinking about the portal? Did Michigan's tough 2024 schedule just get tougher? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OregonDucks No. 5 Share Posted January 25 This is a slam dunk hire for the Chargers and great for Justin Herbert’s career. Coach Harbough played QB and has always seemed to connect with and get the most out of his QBs. He nearly won a Super Bowl in San Francisco with Kaepernick. What’s he going to be able to do with an all pro QB with Hall of Fame talent? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Moderator No. 6 Share Posted January 25 Jim Harbaugh's departure to the NFL is a win for Oregon in more ways than one This move from Harbaugh also has a big impact on the Oregon Ducks, believe it or not, for more reason that one. Whether it’s the future in the Big Ten, an upcoming high-profile recruitment, or some stability for an Oregon legend at long last, Duck fans should be happy to hear about the move, no matter their opinions on Harbaugh himself. Here’s why: Jim Harbaugh’s departure to the NFL is a win for the Oregon Ducks DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM With former Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh leaving to coach the Los Angeles Chargers, Oregon Duck fans come out as a winner. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirklandduck Moderator No. 7 Share Posted January 25 On 1/24/2024 at 5:31 PM, Jon Joseph said: A winner at U of San Diego, Stanford, the Pros, and Michigan. I see this as great news for Justin. It may also be good for MI NCAA-wise with the head man at the time of infractions leaving Ann Arbor. Now, pick Bowers, LSU WR Nabers, UW WR Odunze (I think Franklin will be off the board but if not?), or go with the D side of the ball. Slater is solid at LT. Another guy to look at could be ND's Joe Alt to play RT. Will Sherrone Moore move up to HC? Will Harbaugh's move have returning MI players thinking about the portal? Did Michigan's tough 2024 schedule just get tougher? If Michigan wants to minimize the number of recruits jumping ship they'll need to move up Moore. It's too late in the game to try and swipe someone else's HC (plus I doubt they'd find someone so quickly with a similar resume to Harbaugh's). 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JabbaNoBargain No. 8 Share Posted January 25 (edited) Sanctions could play a role in ship jumping too. Edited January 25 by JabbaNoBargain Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirklandduck Moderator No. 9 Share Posted January 25 On 1/24/2024 at 11:39 PM, JabbaNoBargain said: Sanctions could play a role in ship jumping too. Maybe. But I think the overwhelming reason is he wants to win a Superbowl. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haywarduck Moderator No. 10 Share Posted January 25 Harbaugh was gone as soon as he won the title. A guy like that already had his next move, just had to figure out the specifics. This is awesome news as Justin can now do what Dan was never able to, get the ring. I would say within the next 3 years Chargers are going to win the Big Bowl. We win because we get Bair, and that is a game changer. Truly elite speed changes the game like it did back in Chips days. Lanning is bringing in speed on both sides of the ball and that is a dream come true for me. This is a great day for Oregon sports, thank you Chargers! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dav3d No. 11 Share Posted January 25 This would be hilarious... 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ktmguy2018 No. 12 Share Posted January 25 You know who the biggest loser out of this is? Ryan Day. Even IF he beats Michigan next year, all the Michigan fans are gonna say "yeah, but you couldn't beat Harbaugh"... And now he'll never have the chance... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Fischer Administrator No. 13 Share Posted January 25 A buyout for a coach… who has not coached yet? I cannot fervently wish for this on the Huskies enough! (I know that Sherrod Moore is the likely new hire, but a guy can dream!) 1 Mr. FishDuck Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 14 Share Posted January 25 Chargers hire Jim Harbaugh: Why head coach's history of winning could make 'Chargering' extinct - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM The franchise's new head coach can help overcome its history of losing Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirklandduck Moderator No. 15 Share Posted January 25 Report: Michigan football has new head coach lined up - Yahoo Sports SPORTS.YAHOO.COM Good move, if true. #GoBlue Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 16 Share Posted January 25 Jim Harbaugh exits Michigan with legendary status after resurrecting alma mater in his own unique image - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM Harbaugh is headed back to the NFL, as most assumed he would, but not before leaving a lasting legacy in Ann Arbor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Moderator No. 17 Share Posted January 25 When he does choose a school, he will be going on a 2 year mission trip. Oregon May be Surging for 5-Star Gatlin Bair | FASTEST RECRUIT IN AMERICA Closing in on Commitment 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duckley Palace No. 18 Share Posted January 25 Oh goody. I would've preferred Oregon beating Jim out the door. Michigan is going to be down for a few years with him, or without. Sanctions, postseason bans, and likely losing the last three years is going to hurt. Jim lost to Day already, he would've got pounded twice had he not had an out with the pandemic year. I don't care about Day's hurt feelings, or his hot seat. I do care about Lanning beating the bricks off the two big dogs in the Big Ten. Now one is going to have excuses for why they lost. The vultures are circling, it's gonna be more of a mercy beating now. Just put them out of their misery. Now it's just Ohio State, and I guess Wisconsin. It just doesn't have the same ring. Oh well, we'll just have to beat Ohio State twice this year. Maybe send Cryin Day out the door. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuckFan93 No. 19 Share Posted January 25 On 1/25/2024 at 7:45 AM, Ktmguy2018 said: You know who the biggest loser out of this is? Ryan Day. Even IF he beats Michigan next year, all the Michigan fans are gonna say "yeah, but you couldn't beat Harbaugh"... And now he'll never have the chance... Same logic applies when OBD beats UW next season, right? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 20 Share Posted January 25 On 1/25/2024 at 4:40 PM, DuckFan93 said: Same logic applies when OBD beats UW next season, right? I don't care. Just Win Baby! Oregon's schedule in 2024, ranked 13th hardest in the nation, is brutal with or without DeBoer on the sideline. Penix is gone; no surprise that Kalen followed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 21 Share Posted January 25 On 1/25/2024 at 4:23 PM, Duckley Palace said: Oh goody. I would've preferred Oregon beating Jim out the door. Michigan is going to be down for a few years with him, or without. Sanctions, postseason bans, and likely losing the last three years is going to hurt. Jim lost to Day already, he would've got pounded twice had he not had an out with the pandemic year. I don't care about Day's hurt feelings, or his hot seat. I do care about Lanning beating the bricks off the two big dogs in the Big Ten. Now one is going to have excuses for why they lost. The vultures are circling, it's gonna be more of a mercy beating now. Just put them out of their misery. Now it's just Ohio State, and I guess Wisconsin. It just doesn't have the same ring. Oh well, we'll just have to beat Ohio State twice this year. Maybe send Cryin Day out the door. Whisky? Just hired the Grinch Who Stole Defense. Will Van Dyke play QB like he did before Mari(o) went MIA? But at Wisky follow at Michigan and Maryland and will be the Ducks 8th game in a row without a weekend off. Ouch! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dav3d No. 22 Share Posted January 25 Humorous take on Harbaugh's exit. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuckFan93 No. 23 Share Posted January 25 On 1/25/2024 at 2:53 PM, Dav3d said: Humorous take on Harbaugh's exit. I much prefer us being underdogs, vs everyone's target, now that expectations are higher every year... Glad we have a young coach in DL! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Fischer Administrator No. 24 Share Posted January 25 There are a bunch of false coach quotes these days, and I believe this is one of them. AI can create anything to be very convincing, as some of the spam/phishing emails I've received are so realistic. Hard to tell them from the real thing... 1 Mr. FishDuck Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dav3d No. 25 Share Posted January 26 On 1/25/2024 at 3:31 PM, Charles Fischer said: There are a bunch of false coach quotes these days, and I believe this is one of them. AI can create anything to be very convincing, as some of the spam/phishing emails I've received are so realistic. Hard to tell them from the real thing... I think our friend at Geaux Ducks is just having a little troll-lo-lol-lo-lol-ing fun. The "quote" the other day from DaBoer was too. Still funny to think about husky fans reading those things. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ktmguy2018 No. 26 Share Posted January 26 On 1/25/2024 at 1:40 PM, DuckFan93 said: Same logic applies when OBD beats UW next season, right? Yeah...but then we get to be at Bama... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duckley Palace No. 27 Share Posted January 27 On 1/25/2024 at 3:01 PM, Jon Joseph said: Whisky? Just hired the Grinch Who Stole Defense. Will Van Dyke play QB like he did before Mari(o) went MIA? But at Wisky follow at Michigan and Maryland and will be the Ducks 8th game in a row without a weekend off. Ouch! I think Wisconsin has a great year in them about every five. Fickell is a good coach, gets the most out of his talent. While I don't think they will ever match up with Oregon's talent..They are a tough team, especially at home. Grinch wasn't a great hire, but Lincoln Riley teams aren't built around defense, or toughness . But it's gonna be a bear beating them in Madison. It will take a physical toll, Oregon was given the gauntlet in year one. Lanning will have the boys ready to roll. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
