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TAMPA — If you’re facing a team coached by Jim Harbaugh, you’d better attack the day with enthusiasm unknown to man.
That’s been the mantra of the Harbaughs — Jim with the Chargers and John as head coach of the Ravens since 2008 — inherited from their coaching father, Jack.
“He’s a great coach. A great leader,” said Bucs guard Ben Bredeson, who played for Harbaugh at Michigan. “I really enjoyed playing for him, and so did my brother (Max). They’re having a good year over there. He’s got a unique personality. Guys play for him, and I think he’s having some success back in the NFL.”
Harbaugh has forged a career as a turnaround specialist who’s had a shorter shelf life at programs than his record should demand.
In 2007, he took over a downtrodden Stanford program coming off a 1-11 season. In his fourth season, with Andrew Luck at quarterback, the Cardinal routed Virginia Tech in the Orange Bowl.
Harbaugh then led the 49ers to three straight NFC Championship games from 2011-13 and lost Super Bowl 47 to his brother and the Ravens. A year later, he lost a power struggle with general manager Trent Baalke and was off to his alma mater at Michigan.
Last season, Harbaugh led the Wolverines to a national championship, then fled to the NFL, escaping before the NCAA penalized him for recruiting violations and other infractions.
Back in the NFL, Harbaugh has the Chargers at 8-5 and in wild-card contention with his physical, run-first mentality. Quarterback Justin Herbert is managing the offense with 14 touchdown passes and only one interception.
There’s no secret about what the Bucs will face against the Chargers. Harbaugh is going to run the football, melt the clock and bring a physical brawl to the Bucs.
“I think there’s a sense of urgency, for sure,” Bucs offensive coordinator Liam Coen said. “I…
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Author : Tampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg, Fla.
Publish date : 2024-12-15 14:00:00
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