In a rare statement acknowledging an ongoing investigation, the NCAA addressed Jim Harbaugh’s open infractions case on Saturday following the news that the Michigan coach is no longer facing a suspension.
NCAA vice president for hearing operations Derrick Crawford shared a statement on the heels of reports regarding Harbaugh avoiding a previously agreed to four-game suspension after his deal with the NCAA was denied by the Committee on Infractions.
In regards to the failed agreement, Crawford noted that such decisions can be made when an agreement is “not in the best interests of the Association or the penalties are not reasonable.” He also stated the alleged violations are about “impermissible coaching activities.”
