December 29th, 2018 at 4:20 PM ^
Translation: we are going to try to do the same thing all over again with different guys
shoot me now
December 29th, 2018 at 4:25 PM ^
Eh I don’t think so. Pretty sure he said the same thing before Drevno and Tolbert left last year
December 29th, 2018 at 5:55 PM ^
I thought he did too, but I tried looking up an official statement but couldn't find anything. The reality is that Harbaugh looks out for his assistant coaches, and by saying he'd be "making changes", it could diminish their value/future opportunities. It's not his style. He'll probably tell his assistants to explore other gigs in confidence.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:06 PM ^
This game featured a Michigan team that played without the players they groomed all season (*Team captain* Bush, Gary, Solomon, *team captain* Higdon, and BushelBetty). During the game, several players they had to throw into starting roles got hurt). Someone please explain, to me, how they expected to beat a top 10 team, that had ALL of their players?
Overreacting is the common theme on this blog, but seriously. A little bit of perspective goes a long way.
On the field leadership was missing....not on the sideline leadership.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:19 PM ^
Explain the Ohio State game then...
December 29th, 2018 at 5:32 PM ^
For Harbaugh/Pep/Brown apologists, there's always an excuse. Always a reason to say, "No no no no no, this wasn't *his* fault. This only happened because of factors beyond his control. Next time, those things won't happen and we'll be fine!"
December 29th, 2018 at 5:25 PM ^
Michigan lost their last two games of the year 103-54. Saying Harbaugh deserves 0 blame for the team's latest meltdown b/c 4 of the 22 starters didn't blame is insane.
Pretending the team just merely lost to a top-10 team as opposed to getting their asses handed to them once again, this time to a not-that-good Florida team is just intellectually dishonest. Pretending that this is just one game and not part of a trend is just delusional.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:29 PM ^
How many games did Solomon play this year?
December 29th, 2018 at 6:23 PM ^
Don’t you think the sideline leadership may have been the reason that there was leadership missing on the field? There is a reason so many people sat out of the game.
December 29th, 2018 at 6:01 PM ^
Does anybody really think Harbaugh was going to say "yes, obviously need to fire Pep and Brown after this one". This was the only answer he could give. Doesn't mean shit though. If he decides to make changes he'll do so regardless of what he said in a presser today.
December 29th, 2018 at 7:39 PM ^
Harbaugh himself is the problem. He preaches accountability, but doesn’t actually hold himself to it. Coach needs to take a long look in the mirror before things will get better
December 29th, 2018 at 11:18 PM ^
I don't know what that was exactly out there today on the field, but it looked like absolute shit to me. Harbaugh included. Everyone on that sideline deserves blame (except Winovich and Hudson) in my opinion. I've been as big of a Harbaugh supporter as anyone. Look at my blasted username.
HOWEVER, the last two games have absolutely shaken my confidence that I have in the head coach, his staff, and the team. It is an awful feeling. I don't have a crystal ball to know what is going to happen in the off season, or in the 2019 season, but I hope and pray proper adjustments are made, and that these last 2 performances are not portents of whats to come.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:20 PM ^
He might say that now but it doesn't make it true. If in reality nothing happens in the next couple weeks expect more of the same next year.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:30 PM ^
+1
If he does plan to fire anybody, he's going to tell that person first before telling the media. Give it time.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:56 PM ^
It's very possible he keeps the same staff, but changes offensive gameplans. He went to RPO when Shea arrived. Since Shea is returning, it forces them to open up the play book and be more creative - especially with young RBs.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:56 PM ^
It's very possible he keeps the same staff, but changes offensive gameplans. He went to RPO when Shea arrived. Since Shea is returning, it forces them to open up the play book and be more creative - especially with young RBs.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:57 PM ^
Nice! My first ever double-post!
December 29th, 2018 at 5:22 PM ^
I downvoted both of them
December 29th, 2018 at 7:20 PM ^
Please no. Just no. Get a QB with serious arm talent.
The RPO is fast becoming yesterday’s scheme. Try and RPO Alabama.
Haskins killed us with arm talent. Clemson is crushing ND with a true freshman that has...you got it. NFL arm talent.
Shea does not have that and you can’t teach it. Put in Milton or McCaffery and let’s get to doing what is the ONLY thing that will beat the likes of Bama. Make them respect the vertical field or they stack up and crush you. To do that you need a CANNON with a big ol brain.
Please stop insisting we chase the field. We went to spread/read option 3yrs too late. Let’s not go all in on RPO with a mobile QB that sacrifice’s arm talent. Henne was the last real arm talent we had and I’d put his worst team on the field against any we’ve had since and bet on the arm.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:21 PM ^
Thanks for making my season ticket renewal decision super easy, Jim.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:42 PM ^
it sucks, yes. But, I renewed my tickets, and I live in San Diego. I’m a die hard. I will always support Michigan !!!!
December 29th, 2018 at 4:46 PM ^
Actually super curious about this. Do you come back for all the games, or do you sell them and try and be back for an important one or so? Or do you give them to family and pick and choose when you can go, or what's the plan for a season ticket holder in San Diego?
December 30th, 2018 at 12:35 AM ^
You nailed it ! I grew up with the tickets and did my part to keep them
December 29th, 2018 at 5:05 PM ^
OSU game was the last straw for me. Can’t justify the expense any longer.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:49 PM ^
So it’s the last four years of Harbaugh, not the 1-6 vs OSU from Carr or the giant tied seasons from RR an Hoke?? Lol. GTFOH and good riddance.
December 30th, 2018 at 9:38 AM ^
Exactly this. Lloyd was going 1-6 against OSU and having much worse seasons than Harbaugh, but everything was fine and dandy back then? So you’re giving you tickets up after having one of the best 4 season stretches for Michigan in the last 30 years? I’m not saying everything is perfect, but it would be better if some of the negative people would just go. Harbaugh is a better coach than the last 5 head coaches Michigan has had. He’s stubborn and needs to fix his issues, but he’s still better than what Michigan has had in a longggggggg time.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:09 PM ^
Much Cheaper to watch from home, and you can actually drink alcohol. Plus, when the team inevitably makes you angry, It’s a lot easier to find something else to do when compared to being in the stadium.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:21 PM ^
I don’t think Jim is the type to say that he’s going to make any changes. Not going to say he will just to appease fans and media
December 29th, 2018 at 4:24 PM ^
True. Didn’t really think it through. Probably not the best setting to talk about staff changes, but something tells me there might be a good chance everyone returns and we have this same conversation a year from now.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:59 PM ^
... something tells me there might be a good chance everyone returns and we have this same conversation a year from now.
I really hope you're wrong about this - but I won't be surprised if you're not.
December 29th, 2018 at 11:56 PM ^
What would tell you that??
Has there been any off season for Harbaugh at Michigan where he didn't make staff changes? Or any off season he's been HC?
December 29th, 2018 at 4:22 PM ^
Stop going to the fucking games people.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:56 PM ^
So a 10-3 team has 10.5 starters back on O with some high-quality recruits and 7 starters on D with home games against ND, OSU and MSU.
I doubt too many fand will sit out that season. Maybe 2020.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:38 PM ^
10.5 starters
JBB and Higdon are just .5 a starter?
Also, in 2016, the team lost their 3 games by a combined 5 points. They lost their 3 games this year by a combined 55 points. If no changes happen during the offseason and the offense/defense remain the same, then there's no reason to believe the offense's archaic game plan will change or the defense will stop shitting their pants against good teams. Saying "10 wins" over and over again won't change the reality of the program.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:00 PM ^
Fuck that. I worked my ass off to get into Michigan and have wanted to sit in the student section since I was a kid, and I finally got to do that as a student this year. I went to every damn home game this year (and two road games) and I'm going to every home game next year. We could've gone 0-12 and I would still go to every single game next year
December 29th, 2018 at 5:30 PM ^
Good for you kid! Nothing better than being a student at Michigan and enjoying the games. Cheer hard! I was a sophomore in '97 the year we won it. Had to sell my OSU ticket to finance the Rose Bowl ticket. Wish I was in the stadium for that win, but the Rose Bowl win was oh so sweet. Here's to hoping we win another while you're in school.
December 30th, 2018 at 12:33 AM ^
Salute to you! You are a true Wolverine, unlike the fair-weather "fans" who can't take it if the season has problems.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:23 PM ^
Well people said today would be a preview of what was to come in 2019.
Im afraid we showed all the content in the trailer.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:23 PM ^
Not sure how else he’s supposed to answer that question 20 min after the game ends.
But dear God do I hope he is smart enough to make some changes. Fuck.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:34 PM ^
It's not hard. "Still processing loss and will evaluate everything about team when back home with time to give it real thought."
In other words, don't say yes or no, just put it off. That's easy.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:44 PM ^
Potentially: “Well, [insert reporter name here], we are constantly evaluating what we need to do to reach the next level as a program. This includes staff, scheme, and personnel. We will take a look at what we need to improve on from this season, and make the proper adjustments in the coming months to get to where we need to be.”
Otherwise it makes it seem like you’re content with being a non-competitive doormat in the last couple games of the season.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:23 PM ^
The out shit gets pushed back in?
Sounds really fucking messy.
December 29th, 2018 at 4:23 PM ^
Tru Wilson is going to have so many 2 yard runs next season. I can’t wait for some Manball!
December 29th, 2018 at 4:24 PM ^
We are in a really bad spot as a program. If we get this same product next year, then what?
December 29th, 2018 at 4:55 PM ^
Look, I'm not saying changes don't need to be made..but a really bad spot as a program? Are you fucking kidding me?! Do you not remember the RR/Hoke years?
Yeah, it sucks to lose to OSU every year (and MSU and PSU half the time) and essentially not win our bowl games, but three 10-win seasons in four years hadn't been done in almost 20 years. Our recruiting has been damn good and we've fielded very good teams just haven't been elite.
I've said it before here and I'll say it again, look at Clemson when Dabo took over. Clemsoning was a thing, and they fielded very good teams that couldn't get it done for a while. Took until year 6 to be elite, and we're not the Michigan of old. 18 year old kids don't even remember a Michigan program that was more than just mediocre with an occasional 10-win season in there. Not saying we're gonna do what Clemson did, tougher to recruit to Michigan for sure, but sometimes it takes more than 2-3 years to jump from shit to elite.
I'm not saying this doesn't suck sweaty balls and I'm definitely not saying nothing should change (staff, philosophy, etc.) but to say we're a in a "really bad spot" as a program is just fucking ridiculous.
If Harbaugh was such a shitty coach then why is he always mentioned as a top target of NFL teams any time there's an opening? He turned Stanford around for crying out loud.. which is what I'll close with.. Stanford was able to be Stanford because of his mauling OL's. We don't have that yet, we are closer with Warriner on staff but when guys like Runyan Jr. and JBB are our bookends you know we're not there yet. Maybe Mayfield and Steuber are the answer, maybe others are, but until we get that mauling OL full of future NFL linemen, we will likely be stuck winning 10 games and losing to OSU and the other elite teams in the country.. Talk about a really bad spot.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:03 PM ^
those 10 wins were against mostly NOBODIES hardly anything to crow about,,CANT win any game with meaning..Time for a change
December 29th, 2018 at 5:26 PM ^
This guy was probably part of the 8-5 crowd a few months ago. Only Michigan fans can take wins over Wisconsin, Michigan St., Penn St. and casually write them off. If we lost to any of them you would breathe fire about unacceptable RAWR!!!
Yes, changes need to be made but the program is not in a bad place.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:50 PM ^
By that logic, beating Rutgers and Maryland is a huge success because people would be mad if they would have lost them.
The team is 4-25 against Ohio State and in bowl games over the last 15 years. 1-9 against top-10 teams under Harbaugh. Michigan's just lucky that MSU was hilariously considered a top-25 team when they played or they wouldn't have won a game against a top-25 team on the road in over a decade. The program is most definitely in a bad place.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:52 PM ^
Wisconsin and MSU are red-hot liquid ass this year.
December 29th, 2018 at 5:04 PM ^
We lose to Penn State half the time? I count one loss and 4 wins since Franklin has been the coach