All of the hype in the NFL with Michigan football head coach Jim Harbaugh has centered around the Los Angeles Chargers, but another team appears to be growing interest in the nine-year Wolverines headman.
Earlier this week, the Atlanta Falcons interviewed Harbaugh for its open post after firing Arthur Smith, but it appeared to be closing in on former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick. Belichick not only interviewed twice, but reportedly had dinner with team owner Arthur Blank.
However, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero, the Falcons intend to go a second round with Harbaugh, with plans to bring him in for another interview next week.
The #Falcons are scheduling a second interview with Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh for next week, per sources.
So with Bill Belichick in Atlanta for more meetings today, the Falcons also want to continue the conversation with Harbaugh, who met in-person with them on Tuesday. pic.twitter.com/bcAfwpjp53
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) January 19, 2024
Harbaugh appears intent to test the NFL waters this cycle while Michigan continues to work on extending him. Though there are many who believe he’s coached his last game in Ann Arbor, an NFL team would have to officially offer him — while likely giving him a lot of control — in order for him to depart for a second stint in the pro ranks.
Story originally appeared on Wolverines Wire
