Interesting Interview with Oliver Martin's Father Jeff
I thought this was a cool story that gives some insight from a parent's perspective on what it's like having Harbaugh recruit your son.
I thought the best part was how intimidated he was to call Harbaugh back because of his reputation of being so intense. It also reiterates how much of a selling point putting players in the NFL is and will be for Harbaugh and staff in recruiting.
February 5th, 2017 at 10:57 AM ^
Thanks for posting this. I enjoy seeing this side of Harbaugh - and I envy his ability to be so relaxed before a big game! I'd be the complete opposite.
February 5th, 2017 at 10:58 AM ^
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February 5th, 2017 at 11:01 AM ^
...Harbaugh hates recruiting.
February 5th, 2017 at 11:10 AM ^
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February 5th, 2017 at 11:17 AM ^
I was curious as to why Oliver didn't play for the hometown Hawkeyes. Before the article I figured he just wanted to get away from home to go to school. After reading the article it sounds like it was all about relationships. Well done coach!
February 5th, 2017 at 3:48 PM ^
Have you watched Iowa's offense the past decade vs what Notre Dame, MSU or UM (now) run?
February 5th, 2017 at 11:19 AM ^
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February 5th, 2017 at 11:38 AM ^
Harbaugh ain't faking it. He is who he is.
Saban, Meyer, etc. will say and do the same kinds of things, but you can see their faces cracking from the fake smiles when they do it. They are just selling.
Harbaugh is just being.
February 5th, 2017 at 1:06 PM ^
I mean it's pretty well known Saban is a Belichick like hardass in public, but even Belichick is a lot more laid back in person given what I've seen via documentaries. Maybe Saban is the same way.
Meyer on the other hand strikes me as a strung out anxiety laden perfectionist. You can just see the stress oozing from his face whenever his team is in a tough spot. Hell look at his reaction from the Game. You would think he would have a mental breakdown if he lost that game.
All 3 methods work. Just interesting to see the traits.
February 5th, 2017 at 12:07 PM ^
According to the photo caption, Oliver must be about 80 years old - he's got a son named Jeff that looks like he's about 60. How can he possibly have eligibilty left?
/s
February 5th, 2017 at 1:47 PM ^
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February 5th, 2017 at 12:49 PM ^
Fun and surprises for all the recruits and their families. Golden ticket being a full ride to the best University in America. Bucknuts being the oompa loompas of course.
Jimmy and the Football Factory.
GO BLUE!!
February 5th, 2017 at 2:47 PM ^
February 5th, 2017 at 4:02 PM ^
they know how much you care." Old Teddy Roosevelt quote seems to fit Harbaugh pretty well. The guy just cares, alot.
February 5th, 2017 at 4:48 PM ^
I enjoyed reading that article, always cool to see the inner workings of the program. Something seemed odd about how the article was written though. Weird breaks that ruined the flow
February 6th, 2017 at 8:02 AM ^
Very happy that Harbaugh won over their black hearts and gold pants.
February 6th, 2017 at 8:18 AM ^
How have I never made the connection between Willy Wonka and Harbaugh before? It's such a perfect comparison-- especially when you realize that, after all the crazy showmanship is done, he really is a nice guy that wants to see Charlie Bucket come into his own.