John Harbaugh Tracker: Latest Updates About Ex-Ravens Coach’s NFL Job Search

John Harbaugh is a hot commodity ever since the Ravens parted ways with him following 18 seasons together. Aside from Baltimore, there are seven other open head coaching positions in the NFL this offseason, and all seven teams want a shot to speak with the legendary coach.

Harbaugh waited to start interviewing with teams until Jan. 12, nearly a week after he was fired.

Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer reported Monday that Harbaugh had preliminary phone calls with the Giants, Titans, Browns, Raiders and Cardinals. The Dolphins and the Falcons have also shown interest in the coach, meaning Harbaugh has a chance of landing at each of the seven other openings. The coach is still deciding on which teams to meet with for interviews.

As Harbaugh starts interviewing with teams, here’s a tracker to note the latest reports and rumors about the former Ravens coach’s big decision:

Wednesday, Jan. 14: John Harbaugh, Giants working to finalize deal

Though Harbaugh was expected to meet with the Titans at his home on Thursday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported late Wednesday night that Harbaugh and the Giants were finalizing a deal to make him the team’s next head coach. Per Schefter, the contract is not yet final and the two sides are still working through the numbers, but barring a setback, a deal is expected.

Since the Ravens fired Harbaugh, no team has pursued the Super Bowl-winning coach harder. Now, they appear to have landed him as the next leader of the franchise.

Wednesday, Jan. 14: John Harbaugh sets first in-person interview at team facility

To officially begin his search for a new coaching job, Harbaugh is meeting with the Giants at their facility on Wednesday.

The Giants fired coach Brian Daboll following an ugly 2–8 start to the 2025 campaign. New York turned to offensive coordinator Mike Kafka as the interim head coach the rest of the way and finished 4–13, putting them in position to select fifth behind the Raiders, Jets, Cardinals and Titans in the upcoming 2026 NFL draft.

With a solid group of exciting, young talent on both sides of the ball, New York is one of the most appealing jobs open for any head coach this cycle. Sports Illustrated’s Conor Orr ranked the Giants’ job the third-best opening currently available behind the Ravens—Harbaugh’s former employer—and the Falcons.

Tuesday, Jan. 13: Three NFL teams have ‘inside track’ to hire John Harbaugh

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported Tuesday that Harbaugh plans to interview with the Giants, Titans and Falcons in person this week.

“Other teams remain interested,” Pelissero reported. “But those three appear to have the inside track.”

Monday, Jan. 12: John Harbaugh interviews with Falcons, Giants

The Falcons became the first team to finish conducting an interview with Harbaugh on Monday. The interview wasn’t in person, though, according to Breer, and included former quarterback Matt Ryan, who was recently hired as the organization’s president of football.

Later in the day Giants executive Chris Mara revealed to The Athletic he had met with the free agent coach for an “informal” meeting at Harbaugh’s house.

Saturday, Jan. 10: All seven teams are interested in John Harbaugh

All seven head coach openings, apart from the Ravens of course, have shown interest in speaking with Harbaugh about potentially leading their respective teams.

However, Harbaugh isn’t expected to interview with all seven teams. Breer reported on Saturday that —as it stood Saturday—the four teams most likely to land Harbaugh are the Giants, Dolphins, Titans and Falcons.

Tuesday, Jan. 6: Ravens fire John Harbaugh after 18 seasons

After 18 seasons in Baltimore, Harbaugh was fired from the Ravens organization two days after the heartbreaking season-ending loss to the Steelers. The two sides seemed to part amicably based on the statements Harbaugh and owner Steve Bisciotti released that same day. During those 18 seasons, Harbaugh tallied a 180-113 regular season record, a 13-11 postseason record and won Super Bowl XLVII in 2012.

Sunday, Jan. 4: Ravens eliminated from playoff race after Week 18 loss to Steelers

Harbaugh’s last game as the Ravens coach was a heartbreaker for Baltimore. The Ravens received the ball with under a minute left and down two points in the season finale against the rival Steelers. However, kicker Tyler Loop ended up missing the field goal attempt in the last second to lose the game and effectively end the Ravens’ 2025 season. The Steelers captured the AFC North title and the playoff bid.

Harbaugh’s job status in Baltimore was at risk before the season finale, and the loss definitely didn’t help the coach’s case.

This post will be updated. Check back for updates.