Jim Harbaugh Tackles Health Concerns in Surprise Press Talk

Harbaugh candidly discusses heart issue after unexpected newsroom return
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Posted Oct 15, 2024 12:50 AM CDT
Jim Harbaugh Tackles Health Concerns in Surprise Press Talk
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh, center, stands on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Denver.   (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh candidly addressed his health following a mid-game medical concern due to an irregular heartbeat during Sunday's win against Denver. Despite being scheduled for medical testing, Harbaugh returned early to discuss his condition. The long-time arrhythmia sufferer is taking proactive measures, including wearing a heart monitor for two weeks and adhering to a medication regimen. Known for his reticence regarding player injuries, Harbaugh's transparency surprised many.

The 60-year-old Harbaugh, in his inaugural season with the Chargers, went into considerable detail about his health, acknowledging past ablation procedures in 1999 and 2012 to manage atrial flutter. Despite pregame symptoms exacerbating during the first quarter Sunday, Harbaugh emerged from an EKG and treatment in the locker room to return to the sideline, where Jesse Minter temporarily assumed head coaching responsibilities.

Harbaugh's brother, Baltimore coach John Harbaugh, expressed no surprise at his sibling's quick recovery and return to coaching duties. Harbaugh's commitment to his team was evident as he reviewed game footage during the flight back to Los Angeles, citing an impressive early lead. He lauded his team's performance, humorously likening it to "a crisp graham cracker." (This story was generated by Newser's AI chatbot. Source: the AP)

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