Horse Tracks: Jim Harbaugh joining the Chargers is bad news for the Denver Broncos

Last year the Denver Broncos made a serious push to hire Jim Harbaugh to be the franchise’s next coach. Alas, Harbaugh stayed at the University of Michigan and went on to with a National Championship this past season.

With Harbaugh out of the picture, the Broncos pivoted to DeMeco Ryans who wound up accepting the Houston Texans offer—reuniting with the team that drafted him all those years ago. Desperate times call for desperate measures, and for the boys in orange and blue getting a head coach proved to be quite costly. The Broncos’ brass felt their option to get out of their post-Super Bowl 50 slump was trading first and second-round picks to acquire Sean Payton from the New Orleans Saints.

In a surprising turn of events, Jim Harbaugh, the highly regarded head coach known for his success at the collegiate level, is reportedly joining the Los Angeles Chargers. This development sends shockwaves through the AFC West, particularly for the Denver Broncos. Harbaugh’s strategic prowess and ability to develop talent could pose significant challenges for the Broncos, who are already struggling to find their footing in a competitive division.

With Harbaugh at the helm, the Chargers are expected to elevate their game, leveraging his experience and innovative tactics. The Broncos, who have faced inconsistency in recent seasons, now find themselves at a disadvantage, needing to bolster their roster and coaching staff to keep pace. The ultimate impact of Harbaugh’s hiring will depend on how quickly he can implement his vision, but it undoubtedly raises the stakes for Denver as they prepare to compete against a revamped Chargers squad. Fans will be watching closely as the rivalry intensifies, hoping their team can adapt and overcome the challenges posed by Harbaugh’s arrival.