8-8. Metcalf has a sophomore slump, the defense doesn't generate enough pass rush. Carson's fumbling issues resume and the o line can't protect Russell. The season ends in dissapointment and we miss the playoffs.
The infamous "Covid" season is a frustrating 5 months and .Net begs for the team to fire Carroll. Wanting to go out on his own terms, Carroll announces his retirement at the summit of Mt Rainier and rides off into the sunset.
After a frustrating tenure at Michigan, Jim Harbaugh returns to the NFL and is named the new head coach.