Jim Harbaugh to Serve as Michigan's Honorary Captain for Season Opener

Despite NCAA sanctions, the former Wolverines coach will return to Ann Arbor for the game against Fresno State.

Harbaugh faces a four-year show-cause order and one-year coaching ban at the college level.
He left Michigan to become the head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers after winning a national championship.
Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel confirmed Harbaugh's honorary captain role on a recent podcast.
Harbaugh's NCAA penalties stem from recruiting violations and unethical conduct during the COVID-19 period.
Michigan's football program continues to deal with ongoing investigations into other rule violations.