Sherrone Moore: Michigan Coach Fired and Detained in Dramatic Turn of Events
Michigan Wolverines Face Coaching Crisis
In a stunning development that has rocked college football, University of Michigan head football coach Sherrone Moore has been terminated with cause following a university investigation that found credible evidence he engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. The dismissal came just days after Michigan’s regular season concluded, leaving the storied programme in turmoil.
From Rising Star to Sudden Dismissal
Throughout the 2025 season, rumours circulated that Moore was in danger of losing his job, though no credible details surfaced as he completed the regular season at 9-3. Moore made history as the first Black full-time head coach in Michigan history when he took over from Jim Harbaugh in 2024. He led the Wolverines to a 16-8 record in the full-time role across two seasons.
Athletic director Warde Manuel stated that the conduct constitutes a clear violation of university policy, maintaining zero tolerance for such behaviour. Biff Poggi was named interim coach to lead the team through their upcoming bowl game.
Detention Following Dismissal
Hours after his termination, the situation took an even more dramatic turn. Moore was jailed on Wednesday night and booked into Washtenaw County Jail as of 10:11 p.m. ET. Pittsfield Township police confirmed they investigated an alleged assault, though full details remain under investigation.
Implications for Michigan Football
The firing carries significant financial implications. Moore had two years remaining on his five-year contract, and the for-cause dismissal means Michigan isn’t planning to pay the nearly £9.7 million it would have owed him. The timing proves particularly challenging as the Wolverines are scheduled to face the University of Texas in the Citrus Bowl on New Year’s Eve.
This dramatic fall from grace represents one of the most shocking coaching departures in recent college football history, leaving players, staff, and supporters grappling with uncertainty as the programme searches for new leadership.