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Report: Jim Harbaugh to Interview with NFL’s Minnesota Vikings

Author Anne Erickson
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - DECEMBER 04: Head coach Jim Harbaugh of the Michigan Wolverines looks on during the first quarter against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the Big Ten Championship at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 04, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

According to a new report, Jim Harbaugh is gearing up to interview for an opening with the Minnesota Vikings. It’s a bit of a surprise, since earlier reports had him going to the Bears or Raiders.

The head football coach expected to interview with the Minnesota Vikings soon, according to a report from Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk.

Florio states the NFL knows about the interview and is waiting for formal paperwork, according to multiple unnamed sources. Teams have to report all formal interviews with the NFL. Find the full scoop here.

Who Will Michigan Hire If Jim Harbaugh Goes to the NFL?

  • A report in 'The Athletic' has everything talking about Harbaugh possibly leaving

    A report in “The Athletic” says, “And now, The Athletic is hearing rumblings, both from the NFL side and at Michigan, that Harbaugh might be tempted to leave the Wolverines to return to the NFL. ‘I think it’s real,’ said one source this week when asked about the possibility of Harbaugh being interested in heading back to the NFL.”

  • Where would he go?

    As we previously reported, many speculate Harbaugh could end up with the Bears or Raiders if he leaves.

  • Who would take his place?

    A new report from

    Re: Jim Harbaugh/NFL situation @BruceFeldmanCFB reported, the Raiders are likeliest spot if JH wants to return to NFL. He started coaching career w/ Oak Raiders. Before Michigan, he and his wife lived on West Coast. I'd heard Giants job could have interested him if it was open.

    — Adam Rittenberg (@ESPNRittenberg) January 5, 2022" rel="noopener" target="_blank">ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg says there’s one guy at the top of Michigan’s list.

  • According to ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg...

    He says Alabama offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien would be the guy to take the job at Michigan. “Would expect Alabama offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien to generate some traction for the job,” Rittenberg said. “He would have been a serious candidate after the 2020 season if Michigan and Harbaugh parted ways.” But, there are other options, too…

  • Rittenberg also mentions two internal candidates for the job

    He says offensive coordinator Josh Gattis would be a primary candidate.

  • One final name

    He also said Michigan running backs coach Mike Hart is a potential replacement.

  • More information

  • Jim Harbaugh speaks out

    Harbaugh is in Houston this week for the Paul “Bear” Bryant Award presentation. He was asked about the NFL rumors.

  • Harbaugh's response

    “It’s a little more enjoyable this year compared to the rumors last year, so,” Harbaugh said when asked about the latest NFL talk. Really, Jim? You’re just going to leave us hanging? Okay, then. Urgh! We’ll keep you posted on this story.

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.
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