Jim Harbaugh Quotes

Attack each day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind.

Realistic expectations for life are that we are going to be better today than we were yesterday, be better tomorrow than we were today. That's a plan for success. So [the key is] simple: just work.

I don't take vacations. I don't get sick. I don't observe major holidays. I'm a jack hammer.

I love being part of something that is working toward a greater goal, and there's no more satisfaction in life than achieving those goals as a team and being a part of that team.

I have always believed that you win as part of a team effort. I've learned that if everybody does a little bit, it adds up to a lot.

It's more than personal. I can't screw it up. I have to do.

Winning as a team is better than anything. It's great to share success.

There are no turnarounds at Michigan. This is greatness. Long tradition of it.

I was and still am happier than a pig in slop.

I am now in control of all things.

What will happen will happen, what won't happen won't happen.

Anything is always a possibility. Wouldn't talk about what we would have done or what we would do. Everything is a possibility.

People often think that there's a general who makes all the difference, but I would reject that. It's a team effort. It's the power of the wedge.

Fans have a constitutional right to expect success and have high expectations.

I was reminded of another very special word when I was driving into Ann Arbor this morning, and that word is homecoming. Our family's had three homecomings to Ann Arbor, Michigan, in my lifetime.

Top to bottom Michigan is about excellence, greatness. You have my pledge I will carry forward the excellence of Michigan football.

I love people, I really do. I'm a people person. I think that's a strength of mine. I love being around people, especially in a team setting.

Throughout my life I have dreamed of coaching at the University of Michigan.

You're kind of numb after 50 shots to the head.

All human beings have a great agency for being part of a team.

I have never asked to be the highest-paid coach in football. I have never asked to be paid like a Super Bowl-winning coach. I have never asked for more power.

I love football. Love it. Love it. I think it's the last bastion of hope for toughness in America in men, in males.

Perception is NOT reality. People have always said that - perception is reality. I reject that hypothesis.

The high road's the only road I know. Let's keep on that way.

Do we need a top-flight quarterback? Do human beings need air to breath?

Some people say 'Why is a football coach concerned?' I explained I'm an American first and all Americans should care about justice.

I have the best wife and six wonderful children. And I'm proud to report that my future will always be bright with the family that I have.