Falcons announce interview with Jim Harbaugh for head coach vacancy

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The Los Angeles Chargers aren't the only team that has interviewed Jim Harbaugh during their search for a new head coach.

The Atlanta Falcons, who just interviewed Bill Belichick for the same role, conducted an interview with Harbaugh in hopes of filling their vacant position, the team announced Tuesday.

Other than Belichick and Harbaugh, the Falcons have interviewed Mike Macdonald, Brian Callahan, Steve Wilks, Ejiro Evero and Anthony Weaver. 

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J.J. McCarthy #9 and Head Coach Jim Harbaugh of the Michigan Wolverines celebrate after defeating the Washington Huskies during the 2024 CFP National Championship game at NRG Stadium on Jan. 8 in Houston, Texas. (Jamie Schwaberow/Getty Images)

The Falcons have done well to hit a variety of coaching candidates, but Harbaugh and Belichick are the cream of the crop.

Now, there are reports that Harbaugh is still talking to the University of Michigan about a potential new contract. 

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It’s also been reported Harbaugh is seeking language that would grant him immunity from firing if there are any findings or sanctions put on him from the multiple NCAA investigations the Wolverines’ program is facing, per Yahoo Sports.

Harbaugh has spent the past nine seasons leading the Wolverines and earned a national championship earlier this month after an undefeated season.

Head coach Jim Harbaugh of the San Francisco 49ers talks with Colin Kaepernick #7 before their game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on Dec. 28, 2014, in Santa Clara,