Jim Harbaugh appears to be turning to an old friend as he sets up his Los Angeles Chargers staff.
Greg Roman, Harbaugh’s offensive coordinator with the San Francisco 49ers, appears likely to take on a similar role with the Chargers, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC. Jesse Minter will follow Harbaugh from Michigan as defensive coordinator, as was previously known.
Roman’s last job was as offensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens. He left that post after the 2022 season amid criticism of his offense and wound up sitting out the 2023-24 season. Roman has a reputation as a run-heavy schemer, though that may have to be adapted with a talent like Justin Herbert at quarterback in an increasingly passing-oriented league.
Harbaugh’s ties to Roman appear to have been decisive, as Roman was mentioned as a possibility for the position as soon as the former Michigan coach took the Chargers job.
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