Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh and his interest in the NFL is feeling a bit déjà vu a year after he flirted with NFL opportunities.
Now, the Denver Broncos could be in play, according to a report Sunday morning from NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, and have planned a virtual interview with Harbaugh this week. But the Broncos also reportedly have requested and received permission from the New Orleans Saints to interview Sean Payton. The NFL Network also reported Sunday negotiations have begun between the Broncos and Saints for a potential deal for Payton, who would be a desirable hire for several NFL teams that have and may soon have openings.
Harbaugh, 59, who came to Michigan after four seasons at the San Francisco 49ers, is on the heels of back-to-back successful seasons with the Wolverines, who have gone 25-3 with two Big Ten championships and two College Football Playoff appearances. Twice in the last month he has said he thinks he will be back coaching Michigan this year and each time left the door open by adding that "no one knows what the future holds."
