John Harbaugh is the current head coach of the NFL’s New York Giants. The 63-year-old was born in Toledo, Ohio, on September 23, 1962. He has been married to Ingrid Harbaugh since 1991. The couple has one daughter, Alison, who earned IAAM All-Conference Lacrosse honors at The Bryn Mawr School.
Harbaugh began his career as a defensive back for Pioneer High School and the University of Miami (Ohio). He was a standout defensive back and graduated in 1984. He switched to coaching in the following year. He is one of the most successful coaches in NFL history. After his stint with the Philadelphia Eagles and the Baltimore Ravens, he is set to lead the Giants in 2026.
John Harbaugh’s Salary
Harbaugh will reportedly earn $20 million every year coaching the Giants under his new five-year, $100 million contract. He earned only $3.5 million per year when he started with the Ravens in 2008. Now, he is among the highest-paid coaches in the league, tied with Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid and Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton, each earning approximately $20 million annually.
What is John Harbaugh’s Net Worth in 2026?
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Harbaugh has an estimated net worth of $50 million. A major part of his total earnings comes from his coaching contracts with the Ravens. The rest is earned from his endorsement deals with multiple popular brands, including Nike, Pepsi, and Under Armour.
John Harbaugh’s Contract
Harbaugh will reportedly sign a five-year $100 million deal with the New York Giants. He joined the Ravens in 2008 on a four-year, $14 million deal. His salary was later raised to $12 million. He was earning $17 million every year before parting ways with the franchise in January 2026.
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John Harbaugh’s Coaching Career
Western Michigan University
Harbaugh joined Western Michigan University as a running backs and outside linebackers coach in 1984 under his father, Jack Harbaugh, who was the head coach. He coached there for three seasons.
University of Pittsburgh
Harbaugh became a tight ends coach at the University of Pittsburgh in 1987 under head coach Mike Gottfried. He spent two seasons coaching the Panthers’ tight ends.
University of Cincinnati
Harbaugh joined the University of Cincinnati as a special teams coordinator in 1989. He worked with the Bearcats for eight seasons. During his time at Cincinnati, he mentored future NFL coaches and players, including Rex Ryan, who would later become an NFL head coach.
Philadelphia Eagles
Harbaugh began his NFL coaching career in 1998 as the Philadelphia Eagles’ special teams coordinator under head coach Ray Rhodes. He spent nine seasons with the Eagles, turning their special teams from 29th in the league to 1st.
He coached renowned kicker David Akers to three Pro Bowl appearances and punter Dirk Johnson to top-tier punting averages. In his final season with Philadelphia in 2007, he was promoted to defensive backs coach.
Baltimore Ravens
After spending multiple years as a positional and assistant coach, John Harbaugh became the Ravens’ head coach in 2008. In his first season, he led his team to an 11-5 record and a playoff appearance. Harbaugh became the only coach in NFL history to win a playoff game in each of his first five seasons.
Harbaugh led the Ravens to Super Bowl XLVII, where they defeated his brother Jim Harbaugh’s San Francisco 49ers 34-31. It was the first Super Bowl ever contested between two brothers as head coaches. Harbaugh was named NFL Coach of the Year in 2019 after guiding the Ravens to a 14-2 record.
Harbaugh is one of the most successful coaches in Ravens history, with a 193-124 record overall (including playoffs). Under his guidance, the Ravens made the playoffs 12 times, won six AFC North division titles, and reached the AFC Championship Game four times.
He ranks 12th all-time in NFL wins by a head coach and holds the record for most road playoff victories with eight. He was fired from the Ravens on January 6, 2026, after missing the playoffs with an 8-9 record.
New York Giants
On January 17, 2026, Harbaugh was hired as the New York Giants’ head coach. The Giants offered him a lucrative five-year, $100 million contract.
Breaking Now: John Harbaugh tells me he has now agreed to terms to become the next head coach of the New York #Giants. pic.twitter.com/LbYSxZ3wja
— JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) January 17, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many Super Bowls did John Harbaugh win?
John Harbaugh won one Super Bowl as a head coach. He led the Baltimore Ravens to victory in Super Bowl XLVII in 2012, defeating the San Francisco 49ers 34-31.
What is the average salary of an NFL coach?
The average salary of an NFL head coach is around $6.6 million annually. Top earners include Chiefs HC Andy Reid, Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh, and Giants HC John Harbaugh, each earning approximately $20 million per year.
Does John Harbaugh have a wife?
John Harbaugh married Ingrid Harbaugh in 1991. The couple met in 1985 at the University of Michigan, where John was a graduate assistant, and Ingrid worked with the basketball team. They have one daughter, Alison.
Does John Harbaugh have a degree?
John Harbaugh has a degree in general studies. He graduated from the University of Miami (Ohio) in 1984.
