Jim Harbaugh Says He Plans to Remain Michigan HC for As Long As School Wants Him

After another flirtation with the NFL this offseason, Jim Harbaugh says he's committed to being Michigan's head coach.

Speaking to reporters Thursday, Harbaugh said he plans to stay at the school "for as long as Michigan wants me here."

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Jan. 10 that Harbaugh had a virtual interview with the Denver Broncos about their head-coaching position.

Per ESPN's David Newton, Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper had a conversation with Harbaugh in early January before the end of the NFL season.

Newton noted the conversation was "not characterized as an interview." The Panthers did not bring in Harbaugh for a formal interview.

Michigan president Santa Ono tweeted Jan. 16 that Harbaugh called him to say that he would stay on as head football coach.

However, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported Jan. 28 that Broncos owner and CEO Greg Penner flew to Ann Arbor, Michigan, to meet with Harbaugh.

The Broncos hired Sean Payton as their head coach Feb. 3.

Harbaugh and the Wolverines are also the subject of an NCAA investigation for alleged practice and recruiting violations.

Yahoo Sports' Dan Wetzel reported Jan. 18 that a potentially quick resolution to the case broke down because the NCAA wanted Harbaugh to state that he lied to investigators, but he wouldn't do it.

Wetzel noted a Level I violation for lying about infractions could carry a six-game suspension and significant recruiting restrictions.

Harbaugh has a 74-25 record in eight years in Michigan with back-to-back Big Ten titles and appearances in the College Football Playoff in the last two seasons. The Wolverines went 13-0 last season before a 51-45 loss to TCU in the CFP semifinals.