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Barnwell sizes up the Chargers’ Harbaugh hire: Why the fit makes sense, plus what’s next for L.A.
Was Jim Harbaugh the ideal hire for the Chargers, and is the job in L.A. the best place for the coach? It's not that simple.

Can Harbaugh help the Chargers finally reach their potential?
He joins the Chargers weeks after leading Michigan to its first national title in 26 years.

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Can Coco Gauff defeat Aryna Sabalenka -- and pave the way for an Australian Open title?
In a rematch of the 2023 US Open final, Coco Gauff will take on Aryna Sabalenka in an Australian Open semifinal. If Gauff can win, the title feels like hers for the taking.


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'HE'S AN EXCEPTIONAL COACH'
Stephen A.: Chargers made the smart move to hire Jim Harbaugh


HARBAUGH LEAVES MICHIGAN
How do you sum up Jim Harbaugh's nine wild years at Michigan?
Jim Harbaugh is off to the NFL after an indelible nine-year run at Michigan. There were highs, lows, controversies and lots of khaki pants.

Harbaugh to the NFL: Top candidates to coach Michigan next
We'll look at eight candidates who could receive consideration.


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'They just have this aura': The unlikely duo that's forged the 49ers' identity
The supremely confident receiver and All-Pro tackle have joined forces to provide the chip on the shoulder that has propelled the 49ers into the NFC title game against the Lions.

Stephen A.: 49ers a 'shell of themselves' without Deebo


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NFL execs predict 2024 season: Russell Wilson's next team, Super Bowl champ, a surprising MVP and more
What are some possible destinations for the NFL's high-profile passers? Which teams will move up the standings? Execs help us look to the future.

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- Jim Harbaugh leaves Michigan to coach Chargers
- Sources: U-M focuses coaching search on Moore
- Warriors return to court, honor 'brother' Milojevic
- Purdy on playoff struggles: 'It's a new game'
- ACC unveils full 17-team 2024 football schedule
- Bucks GM: 'Urgency' to win led to Griffin's firing
- Davis: New GM Telesco right 'fit' for Raiders
- Evert, Navratilova oppose WTA Finals in S. Arabia
- NBA Western Conference trade ideas
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Mad Dog fumes at Embiid scoring record
Chris "Mad Dog" lets rip at the 76ers for claiming Joel Embiid's 70-point performance vs. the Spurs is a Philadelphia scoring record.
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