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Jim Harbaugh is Going to the Los Angeles Chargers

UPDATE: Adam Schefter has broken the news that Jim Harbaugh is going to the Los Angeles Chargers. View his tweet below. Well, it’s finally happening. It’s not a surprise, either….

2024 CFP National Championship - Michigan v Washington

HOUSTON, TEXAS – JANUARY 08: Head coach Jim Harbaugh of the Michigan Wolverines reacts during the press conference after defeating the Washington Huskies during the 2024 CFP National Championship game at NRG Stadium on January 08, 2024 in Houston, Texas. Michigan defeated Washington 34-13. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

UPDATE: Adam Schefter has broken the news that Jim Harbaugh is going to the Los Angeles Chargers. View his tweet below.

Well, it's finally happening. It's not a surprise, either. Each year, Jim Harbaugh has made it clear in his actions, not always his words, but his actions, that he would love to return to the NFL to coach on the big stage again. It's happening, according to reports.

Harbaugh has been named head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers. The rumors came all week, with one from NFL Network's Mike Garafolo, who said it on The Insiders this week. "My understanding is that it's an extremely strong offer that they have made to him financially," Garafolo said. "So, this feels like advancing to the point where if everybody's comfortable with a lot of the principle factors at play, that this team could move on Jim Harbaugh and try to get him under contract here in the near future." That sounds pretty serious.

Harbaugh has been itching to get back to the NFL for years. If the Chargers made him this generous offer, why stay? It will likely help him get out of some of the NCAA violation mess that he's in, too, although that remains to be seen. What's more, other big-named coaches are salivating over the Chargers gig, including former Titans coach Mike Vrabel and former Seahawks coach Pete Carroll. So, strike while you can if you want to get back to the NFL, Harbaugh. The Chargers also are on the hunt for a new general manager.

Harbaugh's brother, John, is keeping busy right now on the road to the Super Bowl. His team, the Ravens, will take on Kansas City this weekend in the AFC Championship. The Detroit Lions are also on their way to the Big Game, as they take on the 49ers this Sunday.

I wonder if my University of Michigan friends got any sleep last night. It's got to be thrilling to see their team win a National Championship for the first time in decades plus have the Detroit Lions in the playoffs. Sure, I'm a little jelly, since I'm a Michigan State Spartan. But, I'm happy for my Wolverine friends and family. You guys played a great season and game against Washington. Let's relive the magic with some of the best moments from the Michigan vs. Washington National Championship game.

While the Washington Huskies played their hears out, this game became lopsided at the end, with the Wolverines being victorious, 34-13. The first half of the game was much more even. I wasn't even sure what was going to win going into the half. But, the final quarter really showed the strength of this Michigan team. Congratulations to Jim Harbaugh and the Michigan Wolverines. They're are the 2024 National Championship winners.

The 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship took place on Monday (Jan. 8), and it made for a late night. These are the days when I miss coffee. The game had No. 1 Michigan going up against No. 2 Washington at NRG Stadium in Houston. Michigan's win marked their first national title since back in 1997. As for Washington, if they had won this game, it would have marked their first national title since 1991. Michigan got to the National Championship thanks to a close 27-20 overtime win over No. 4 Alabama in the Rose Bowl semifinal. Washington got to this national title game following a 37-31 win over No. 3 Texas in the Sugar Bowl.

Now that's we've gone through the numbers, let's get into some of the best moments from this game. This showing is something Wolverine fans are going to want to savor for a long time. I don't blame them. Maybe with Michigan State's new head coach, we'll get some moments like this coming up.

Michigan vs. Washington highlights and best moments

ESPN College Football has this great highlight video up. They say, "Sam Ravech, Skubie Mageza and Matt Simms reflect of the biggest moments from the Washington Huskies and Michigan Wolverines that propelled them to the College Football Playoff National Championship Game."

Michigan vs. Washington highlights and best moments

Here's another great highlight reel from ESPN College Football's verified account. They state, "Check out these highlights from the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship, where the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines defeat the No. 2 Washington Huskies to win their first national title since 1997."

Michigan vs. Washington highlights and best moments

The Big Ten Network has this comprehensive video about the game. This includes postgame reaction, interviews and more. Get your popcorn out!

Michigan vs. Washington highlights and best moments

This is the moment when Jim Harbaugh and the team took the field. They look pretty amped up. I think they had a good feeling about the game. Duh.

Michigan vs. Washington highlights and best moments

ESPN College Football says, "J.J. McCarthy DIMED Roman Wilson." Check out some video action of the play below. Wow.

Michigan vs. Washington highlights and best moments

Here's a cute one. Sports Center shared this tweet with the Harbaugh brothers hugging and sharing a happy moment. Maybe this will repeat at the Super Bowl with the Ravens.

Michigan vs. Washington highlights and best moments

The Michigan Wolverines took to socials to celebrate. This is a very cool graphic. Congrats!

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.