“Absolute lie”: Dave Portnoy takes shot at Paul Finebaum as analyst blames Jim Harbaugh for polluting Michigan HC job

Jim Harbaugh has led the LA Chargers to the playoffs for the second consecutive season since leaving Michigan in January 2024. Nonetheless, Southeastern Conference analyst Paul Finebaum opened up about Michigan's current search for a coach, but suggested that few coaches would want the job given the state of the program when Harbaugh left.

When ardent Michigan fan Dave Portnoy caught wind of Finebaum's comments on Harbaugh on X, he slammed the analyst.

"Absolute lie," Portnoy tweeted.

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On Sunday, Finebaum appeared on the "The Matt Barrie Show" podcast,

“Why would anyone want that job?” Finebaum said. “There’s simply no leadership there, there’s no alignment, and the stench of the Harbaugh regime permeates the air in Ann Arbor. And it’s made it more difficult. “They needed a Kalen DeBoer or a Dillingham, but they’re not going to get either one, so good for them.”

Harbaugh left Michigan after winning the national title in the 2023 season. However, the Wolverines' success was marred by a sign-stealing scandal that drew controversy.

Michigan hired Harbaugh before the 2015 season. He compiled an 86-25 record during his time at Ann Arbor.

Sherrone Moore was hired as Harbaugh's successor. However, Moore was fired by Michigan on Dec. 10 for having an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.

Jim Harbaugh's LA Chargers will face the Houston Texans in Week 17 of the 2025 NFL season

NFL: Los Angeles Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh - Source: Imagn

Jim Harbaugh's LA Chargers (11-4) will face the Houston Texans (10-5) in Week 17 of the 2025 NFL season on Saturday. The game will kick off at 5:30 p.m. ET from SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.

The Chargers have already clinched a playoff berth. However, they are still in the hunt for the AFC West title, behind the Denver Broncos (12-3).

The Texans, on the other hand, have won seven games in a row, and are eyeing a playoff berth of their own.

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