This week, University of Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema took a shot at Harbaugh on social media. Bielema bemoaned Harbaugh leaving the college level for the pros, writing the following: “Was looking forward to playing but understand why you ran to the NFL.”

In Jim Harbaugh's first year as the Los Angeles Chargers head coach, the team found immense success, returning to the postseason after a one-year hiatus. The Bolts were especially impressive on the defensive side of the ball,