Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh has broken his silence on the NCAA's investigation into alleged sign-stealing within the program. The controversy has centered around suspended staffer Connor Stalions, who is accused of using video equipment during games featuring Big Ten opponents and potential College Football Playoff contenders. While Harbaugh's knowledge of the alleged scheme could impact him, the coach has urged patience, stating, "You just have to let it play out."

Stalions is said to have purchased tickets for 30 games at Big Ten stadiums and other locations where potential College Football Playoff contenders were playing over a three-year period. Further claims have been made by a former Division III coach who alleges he was paid by Stalions to attend games at Penn State and Rutgers for the purpose of recording sideline signs from future opponents.

One key revelation is that TCU, Michigan's opponent in the Fiesta Bowl national semifinal last season, reportedly knew about the sign-stealing attempts and employed "dummy signals" during the game. The Horned Frogs triumphed over the Wolverines, advancing to the College Football Playoff National Championship with a 51-45 victory.

NCAA investigators arrived on Michigan's campus a week ago to conduct interviews with staff members and thoroughly examine electronic equipment. The investigation is ongoing, and CBS Sports is covering the story in real-time, providing the latest updates.

Notably, this scandal has emerged during the midst of reported contract negotiations between Harbaugh and the University of Michigan. It was initially reported that a new contract offer, which would make Harbaugh the highest-paid coach in the Big Ten, had been rescinded. However, Harbaugh refuted this claim, highlighting a university policy that forbids employees from discussing contract negotiations until they are finalized.

While awaiting the results of the investigation, Michigan will return to action after their bye week to face Purdue in Week 10. The outcome of the NCAA's probe into Michigan's sign-stealing allegations remains uncertain, but Harbaugh remains focused on his team, opting not to engage with the speculation surrounding the controversy.

As this story continues to develop, stay tuned to CBS Sports for the latest updates on Michigan's sign-stealing investigation and its potential implications for the football program.