This Is The Best Update Of The Jim Harbaugh Situation That You'll Read All Day

One of the most respected media members within Michigan circles just provided the best description of where things currently stand with Jim Harbaugh.

His assessment? Nobody knows a damn thing.

Yes, I stand by Nobody Knows Anything.
Unless you're Jim Harbaugh, his wife or parents, you're guessing. Big difference between guessing, predicting, and reporting something as fact. When someone guesses, they want you to remember it if it comes true, and forget it if it doesn't
— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) January 9, 2022

As Michigan "insiders" go, author John U. Bacon is about as plugged in to Michigan circles as someone can get. According to Bacon, not even those who are closest to Harbaugh know what his next move will be at this point. From there, Bacon provides what is likely the best assessment of the Jim Harbaugh situation that you'll read all week.

Enjoy.

As it stands, those who know Harbaugh best are saying the least, and are also the least certain which way this is going to go. Harbaugh himself hasn't made up his mind yet, or he would have announced it. He doesn't play games with this stuff. He's not leveraging.
— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) January 9, 2022

All that said, we know a few things: After being pretty far apart during their initial discussions, Warde Manuel has upped UM's offer considerably, and it sounds like it's within range -- not just on Harbaugh's contract, but assistants, and other considerations.
— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) January 9, 2022

I hear NIL is overrated as a concern of Harbaugh's. UM has been doing more than advertised (more than I thought until recently), though quietly, and is poised to do more. Further, word is that Harbaugh is not overly concerned on that front.
— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) January 9, 2022

But still, he could go to the NFL. At 58, this could be his last good chance. He saw last year how fickle CFB can be. And there's no recruiting, NIL, or APR, etc. in the NFL. But if he did go to the NFL...
— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) January 9, 2022

He would insist on almost complete control, as both coach and GM. He would also pick his owners carefully, having learned his lesson on both fronts in San Francisco with the York/Baalke drama. That's why I'd guess - guess - that the Raiders would be the most likely option.
— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) January 9, 2022

As reported in ENDZONE, the Raiders' legendary owner, Al Davis, loved Harbaugh, hired him to coach QBs, and wanted him to stay. His son Mark now owns the team, and word is he and JH get along very well, and would likely give him the power he wants. Further, Sarah Feuerborn
— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) January 9, 2022

moved to LV out of college, taught school and became a successful realtor there. She loved it, and that's where she was living when she met Harbaugh. All that said, the NFL season isn't over quite yet, and there's no word of formal offers. So, we're back to Nobody Knows Anything.
— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) January 9, 2022

If I had to bet - not report, but bet - I'd say it's 60-40 he stays. He loves Ann Arbor, as do his kids and parents, and the future is bright. Others closer to him are guessing 50-50. So, guess what? Nobody Knows Anything. If and when that changes, I'll do my best to let you know
— John U. Bacon (@Johnubacon) January 9, 2022