Report: Denard Robinson Hired as Michigan Assistant Director of Player Personnel

Denard Robinson is returning to Michigan.

Wolverines coach Jim Harbaugh will reportedly add the former Michigan quarterback to his staff as assistant director of player personnel, per Ant Wright of On3.com.

Robinson, 31, spent the previous two seasons as an offensive assistant with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He will work alongside Michigan director of recruiting operations Albert Karschnia, who was hired in December.

Known as "Shoelace" during his time at Michigan, Robinson is one of the most beloved Wolverines of the 21st century. He ranks second all-time in rushing yards by a quarterback with 4,495 and won the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year award in 2010.

The Jaguars drafted Robinson as a running back in the fifth round in 2013, and he spent four seasons with the franchise. In 2019, he was part of the Atlanta Legends of the now-defunct Alliance of American Football.

Robinson's addition will fortify Harbaugh's relationship with the school. The former Wolverines quarterback flirted with the Minnesota Vikings' head coach vacancy this offseason before deciding to remain at Michigan and sign a contract extension.

Having a notable name such as Robinson on the staff could be helpful in recruiting efforts.