John Harbaugh: From Roots in a Small Railroad Community in Ohio to a Super Bowl Winning Coach

Published 2024-04-23
Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with Super Bowl-winning coach John Harbaugh, head coach of the Baltimore Ravens. From their shared roots in Crestline, Ohio, Coach Harbaugh shares his heartwarming journey from a small town to leading the Baltimore Ravens to the apex of the NFL. Delve into tales of familial bonds, sibling rivalry with brother Jim Harbaugh in an unprecedented Super Bowl matchup, and the unwavering faith and values that fueled his rise.

0:30 - You still have to be the best in the family.
1:45 - Our grandmas are sisters.
3:25 - Impact of Crestline, Ohio.
5:22 - Soft is not a word.
6:15 - Roots are from a Hard working town.
7:09 - Christmas was all about winning!
8:45 - God has a plan.
10:15 - John gets his shot.
12:50 - Missing out on the UCLA job.
15:00 - The call from the Ravens.
21:00 - Facing my brother in the Super Bowl.
23:00 - Pregame visit with Bill Belicheck.
24:00 - No hugs after the Super Bowl win.
28:00 - Family and Faith.

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  • Thanks for this podcast. I am from Upper Sandusky, OH and John DePetro was a really good friend of mine. John Harbaugh he told it like it was. I worked him he was on the road recruiting back in the day. Tremendous man. Obviously, excellent coach on any level.