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Watch: Jim Harbaugh was so fired up ahead of playoff semifinal

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Grey Papke | Last updated 12/31/21

Jim Harbaugh has waited a long time to coach Michigan in the College Football Playoff. That showed during his interview just before kickoff Friday.

Harbaugh was asked by ESPN’s Marty Smith what his message had been to his players before the game. Harbaugh gave a classic answer, raising his voice and culminating with an impassioned cry to “go let it rip.”

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Harbaugh definitely has his attitude back after several years of criticism. That showed after his win over Ohio State, and it’s been consistently on display since. Combine that with the importance of the game and it’s easy to understand why he was so fired up.

As for Harbaugh’s game plan against Georgia, he may have already shown us a hint already.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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