Resolution talks between Jim Harbaugh and NCAA stall after coach refuses to admit Level I violation

Settlement talks between Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh and the NCAA stalled this week after Harbaugh refused to admit to committing an alleged Level I offense at school. Notice of Claimaccording to CBS Sports’ Dennis Dodd. Reports say Harbaugh refused to sign or say he was unfaithful to NCAA enforcement staff.

In a suspicion notice created earlier this month, the NCAA said Michigan had too many coaches on the field to practice and killed two prospective customers during the extended COVID-19 dead period. contacted and claimed to have observed the practice via an unauthorized video feed. These are all Level II violations and are considered minor in nature. Harbaugh has admitted these transgressions and apologized to the university, but insists he never deliberately deceived investigators by failing to recall those events when he first spoke.

The NCAA is adamant that Harbaugh lied about a Level II violation in the first place, but this is a Level I violation and the most serious charge.

If Harbaugh suffers a Level 1 offense, it could result in a suspension of up to six games and a recruitment restriction. Harbaugh could also receive cause for the show. This means schools and coaches must report to the NCAA every six months until the penalty expires and explain why it should not be investigated further.

Providing false or misleading information is a violation of NCAA Bylaw 10.1 dealing with unethical conduct. Violations of this bylaw include obstructing an investigation or encouraging others to lie. However, proving that Harbaugh lied can be difficult, and a full-blown lawsuit could take at least a year.NCAA Adds Harbaugh Suspension to Level II Violations It’s a possibility, but an approval from a coach is unlikely.

The NCAA investigation comes at an interesting time for Harbaugh and Michigan. He’s been mentioned as a possible candidate for multiple job openings in the NFL, but this week he announced he would stay on as coach of the Wolverines.

“I love my relationships in Michigan: coaches, staff, families, administration, President Santa Ono, and especially the players and their families.” Harbo said“My heart is at the University of Michigan. I once heard a wise man say, ‘Don’t try to exceed happiness.'” Go Blue! ”