In a move that has sent shockwaves through the NFL coaching scene, John Harbaugh has reportedly narrowed down his list of potential interviews to just three or four teams, signaling that he's far from interested in exploring other head coach openings.
The Baltimore Ravens' 63-year-old leader was fired on Tuesday after 18 years at the helm, during which he accumulated a staggering six division titles, 12 playoff appearances, and even a Super Bowl XLVII victory. Despite the team finishing this season with an 8-9 record, Harbaugh remains one of the most sought-after coaches in the league.
Veteran sports agent Leigh Steinberg has likened Harbaugh's recent availability to that of Bill Belichick, suggesting that he'll be a highly coveted candidate for top franchises. Trump, meanwhile, has publicly urged the New York Giants to "hire, without question," Harbaugh – and even jokingly encouraged him to take the job.
While no team has officially been deemed a top contender, veteran sports journalist believe that Harbaugh's recent unavailability mirrors Belichick's highly selective approach during his own coaching searches. With eight teams currently searching for head coaches, Steinberg believes that Harbaugh will be the "hottest free agent coach in years," drawing interest from multiple suitors.
It remains to be seen which three or four franchises will ultimately secure a meeting with Harbaugh, but one thing is clear: he's the top candidate in this cycle.
The Baltimore Ravens' 63-year-old leader was fired on Tuesday after 18 years at the helm, during which he accumulated a staggering six division titles, 12 playoff appearances, and even a Super Bowl XLVII victory. Despite the team finishing this season with an 8-9 record, Harbaugh remains one of the most sought-after coaches in the league.
Veteran sports agent Leigh Steinberg has likened Harbaugh's recent availability to that of Bill Belichick, suggesting that he'll be a highly coveted candidate for top franchises. Trump, meanwhile, has publicly urged the New York Giants to "hire, without question," Harbaugh – and even jokingly encouraged him to take the job.
While no team has officially been deemed a top contender, veteran sports journalist believe that Harbaugh's recent unavailability mirrors Belichick's highly selective approach during his own coaching searches. With eight teams currently searching for head coaches, Steinberg believes that Harbaugh will be the "hottest free agent coach in years," drawing interest from multiple suitors.
It remains to be seen which three or four franchises will ultimately secure a meeting with Harbaugh, but one thing is clear: he's the top candidate in this cycle.
like 18 yrs at ravens and still producing wins... maybe they just wanted somethin new 
he's gonna be super hard to land, think belichick all over again 
gotta keep an eye on giants tho, trump is pushin hard 
hope harbaugh finds a good fit, but idk who's gonna take the hit of havin him as coach 
. I mean, 18 years with the Ravens? That's not something you just walk away from. He must have some pretty big expectations for his next gig, and it's cool that he's being selective about who he meets with. Steinberg's comparison to Belichick makes sense, btw - both are total power coaches who don't take kindly to mediocrity 
. The fact that multiple teams are already sniffing around him means he's got some serious negotiating power 
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Still, gotta give credit where credit's due, Harbaugh's still a hot commodity 
. It's fascinating to see how his profile has maintained its allure despite the Ravens' underwhelming season record, 8-9 
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. The fact that Trump is already pushing him for the Giants job just goes to show how much interest there is in getting him on board 
. I think the Giants are playing it smart by pushing for him, but at the same time, I'm rooting for Baltimore to bring in some fresh blood 
. What's your take on this whole thing? Do you think he'll find a new home or stick with the Ravens? 
anyway, if belichick's selective approach is anything to go by, i'd say harbaugh'll be choosy too... might end up ghosting a few teams if they're not perfect fit 
Yeah, I read that Leigh Steinberg said Harbaugh's availability is on the same level as Belichick's back in the day. And Trump's all over it too, which is... interesting. 
. anywayz, can we get some more info on who these other teams are? wanna know if harbaugh is actually gonna be a good fit somewhere
It feels like everyone wants a piece of him after that Super Bowl win... but can teams replicate what made him successful in the first place? Maybe Harbaugh just needs some time to figure himself out and find his next fit 
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"Good things come to those who wait."
harbaugh's got a resume that's longer than my favorite video game 
and still, he's gonna be one of the most sought after coaches out there 