Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh is said to make distinctive requests during contract discussions, according to reports in the Buckeye Breakfast.

In Columbus, Ohio, the ongoing norm involves Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh participating in talks with both the NFL and the Wolverines for a head coaching position, a practice that has persisted for the past few years.

This week, Harbaugh underwent interviews with the Chargers and the Falcons, while simultaneously continuing contract negotiations with Michigan. Despite seven remaining vacant NFL coaching positions, he remains committed to exploring options on both fronts.

According to a report from Yahoo! Sports, Harbaugh is reportedly seeking unconventional conditions as part of his upcoming contract with the Wolverines.

According to Dan Wetzel, Jim Harbaugh is requesting specific provisions in his contract negotiations with Michigan. One of the conditions he seeks is immunity from termination resulting from any findings or sanctions arising from ongoing NCAA investigations into the football program, including allegations of sign-stealing and recruiting violations. Essentially, he wants assurance that Michigan cannot terminate him based on outcomes of these investigations.

In addition, Harbaugh is pushing for a clause stipulating that any decision regarding a “for cause” termination must be determined by a three-member panel rather than the school’s athletic director.

As reported by Wetzel, Harbaugh is also aiming to postpone the commencement of his new contract with Michigan. This delay would facilitate NFL teams in offering a lower buyout, making it more feasible for them to attract him away from Michigan. This strategy allows potential NFL suitors, such as the Chargers or Falcons, to hire him with reduced financial constraints.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day seen during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Despite these negotiations, Michigan has already presented Harbaugh with a lucrative offer that would position him as the highest-paid coach in the sport. The proposed deal amounts to $11.5 million annually over a six-year period.

Harbaugh boasts an impressive coaching record at Michigan, achieving an 86-25 record in nine seasons, including a remarkable 40-3 stretch over the last three years. This successful period encompasses three victories over Ohio State, three Big Ten titles, and a national championship.