Jim Harbaugh has left the Michigan Wolverines and is headed to the NFL. The opportunity to join the Los Angeles Chargers was too alluring, so Harbaugh made the decision to leave. He still gives a damn about the program’s fate, though. He disclosed his preference for the Wolverines’ future head coach in a recent interview.
Jim Harbaugh Regarding The Michigan Wolverines’ Next Coach
People shouldn’t be surprised by the response. Sherrone Moore, the offensive coordinator, has been the front-runner ever since the announcement. Harbaugh believes he would fit right in.
“I’ll be a devoted Wolverine forever. But Sherrone Moore is not a better candidate to lead the squad as coach. I totally endorse him and will vote for him. It seems to be in excellent hands.
Harbaugh thinks it would be a seamless transition and would set the program up for success for years to come. It isn’t hard to see why Moore is the favorite amongst many fans and analysts.
Moore had to take over on short notice before the game against Penn State. The Big Ten surprised the team with the Harbaugh suspension, and Moore was thrust into the head coach position. He won handily on the road. In the next two games, he helped the Wolverines beat Maryland and hated rival Ohio State. Michigan got the opportunity to see him in action. Interviews can only tell you so much, but the university knows what they are getting in Moore.
Will it be a seamless transition from Jim Harbaugh to Sherrone Moore? It will be interesting to see whether Michigan can stay in the national conversation after losing so many pieces.
