Urban Meyer Calls NFL to Suspend Jim Harbaugh Over Scandal

The NCAA has imposed a 10-year show cause penalty on Jim Harbaugh, the current head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers, for his involvement in the University of Michigan's sign-stealing scandal. Urban Meyer, former Ohio State and Jacksonville Jaguars coach, has called on the NFL to impose a suspension on Harbaugh, citing the precedent set when the NFL honored NCAA sanctions against Jim Tressel by suspending him for the first six games of his role with the Indianapolis Colts. Meyer argues that the NFL should either enforce similar disciplinary measures or clearly communicate why it will not, emphasizing the need for consistency and transparency. However, the NFL has yet to comment on Harbaugh's situation, and Meyer expressed skepticism that Commissioner Roger Goodell will take action. While Meyer acknowledged Harbaugh as a great coach with potential for NFL success, he emphasized the importance of the league addressing the disciplinary gap. The silence from NFL officials has raised questions about the league's handling of collegiate sanctions and its implications for coaching misconduct.