Would you believe that Jim Harbaugh’s obsession with Disneyland is as real as his obsession with fullbacks and khakis (yep, those $ 8-a-pair ones from Walmart)? No, seriously. The man who stormed into Los Angeles last year with a promise of “multiple championships” now has another, much more unexpected mission—turning his coaching tenure into a full-fledged Disney adventure.
But where does this Disneyland fixation even begin? Okay, just like that, it’s December 2023.
Harbaugh, still Michigan’s mad scientist, was leading the Wolverines into their third straight College Football Playoff. Before the Rose Bowl showdown with Alabama, he took his team to—you guessed it—Disneyland. A fitting pit stop for a squad that had survived a season straight out of “The Lion King” mixed with Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride. Maybe Disneyland was more than just a fun distraction—it was a metaphor for his wild, winding football journey.
Fast forward a month, and Harbaugh was making headlines again. This time, not for winning, but for his bizarre housing preferences. After signing a five-year, $80 million deal with the Chargers, the man could’ve had his pick of LA’s finest real estate.
Instead? He wanted to live in an RV. Not just anywhere, though—next to Disneyland. “I want to drive my RV out and go to a trailer park down by the water or by Disneyland,” Harbaugh said. Oh, done? We were just getting to the main part.
You see, none of his experiences would beat this one. Now, during an offseason filled with Chargers headaches, Harbaugh finally got his long-awaited Disney trip. This time, it was all about family.
His son, James, captured the moment—Jim, happy as ever, embracing his inner child. But the real plot twist? James also snapped a casual conversation between Harbaugh and Disney’s $350 million CEO, Bob Iger. Gasps… His caption? “We met the CEO of Disney (mind blown emoji).” Same, James. Same.
Sure, that was crazy. But Jim’s got his ‘full-of-life’ character back. He wasn’t there for corporate handshakes… So, moving on, nextt up it was rides. And woah, the Disneyland Cam caught Harbaugh on a ride, screaming like he just saw Justin Herbert going all-in for the rushing TD. Oh, well, the show-stopper… How could we forget: Harbaugh posing—peak 61-year-old dad energy—soaking in the moment without a care in the world.
Of course, back in the real world, the Chargers have their own problems. They might miss out on Colston Loveland in the draft after signing Tyler Conklin. But as Harbaugh once put it, “What will happen, will happen. What won’t happen, won’t happen.” Right now? He’s just living the dream—Disney style.
Jim Harbaugh’s ‘new energy’ was on show at Disneyland
Jim Harbaugh doesn’t do offseasons—he does full-blown renovations. While the Chargers were out making moves in free agency, Harbaugh was handling some personal business: fixing his hip and heart. Yep, the man who preaches toughness just had two medical procedures and walked away like he just finished a light workout.
His own words? “Got my hip fixed, got my heart fixed. All patched up. I’m a new man! With a new energy! Attacking a new day.” Classic Harbaugh—treating major surgery like it’s just another practice rep.
Sep 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh runs on to the field for the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
But if you need proof that he’s feeling brand new, just check out his latest pit stop—Disneyland. Where else would Jim Harbaugh celebrate a rebuilt hip and a rejuvenated heart? He was spotted at the Happiest Place on Earth, fully embracing dad mode, hanging with his son James.
Of course, this “new energy” isn’t just for Disneyland trips. Harbaugh has been back at The Bolt, meeting with free agents, and gearing up for Year 2 in LA. If his first season had growing pains, this one has no excuses. He’s patched up, and fired up, and if his history tells us anything, his players are about to feel that intensity.
So, is Disneyland a metaphor for Harbaugh’s NFL journey? Maybe. One day, it’s a smooth ride on the carousel. The next… well.. Now, it’s go-time for him and the Chargers. Because Harbaugh’s got the keys, and he’s driving full speed ahead.
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