Ex-Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore detained by Saline police on potential charges, ESPN reports
Moore was fired after an investigation into an inappropriate relationship with a staff member
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Police have detained former Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore following an investigation into potential charges after his dismissal from the program, ESPN reports.
According to ESPN Senior Writer Dan Wetzel, who reported on X, the Saline Police Department assisted in locating and detaining Moore, who was then turned over to the Pittsfield Township Police Department for further investigation on Wednesday (Dec. 10).
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“The City of Saline Police Department assisted in locating and detaining former University of Michigan football
“The City of Saline Police Department assisted in locating and detaining former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore.
Mr. Moore was turned over to the Pittsfield Township Police Department for investigation into potential charges.”
Saline Police Department
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The University of Michigan fired Moore following an investigation that found he engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.
University Athletic Director Warde Manuel said the conduct violated university policy and emphasized the school’s zero-tolerance stance.
“U-M head football coach Sherrone Moore has been terminated, with cause, effective immediately.
Following a University investigation, credible evidence was found that Coach Moore engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.
This conduct constitutes a clear violation of University policy, and U-M maintains zero tolerance for such behavior.
Biff Poggi has been appointed head football coach in an interim capacity, effective immediately.”
University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel
Biff Poggi has been named interim head football coach, effective immediately, for the Michigan Wolverines.
Moore’s tenure at Michigan began in January 2018 as the tight ends coach.
After three seasons, he was promoted to co-offensive coordinator and offensive line coach.
Under his leadership, Michigan’s offensive line won the Joe Moore Award in 2021 and 2022.
During the 2023 season, Moore served as interim head coach while Jim Harbaugh was suspended, co-leading the Wolverines to the College Football Playoff National Championship.
Moore was promoted to head coach for the 2024 season, finishing with an 8-5 record.
In his second season as head coach, Moore led Michigan to a 9-3 record and was preparing the team for the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl against Texas on New Year’s Eve.
However, with his termination, Poggi will now lead the team.
Moore had recently discussed Michigan’s 2026 recruiting class, praising several players, including running back Savion Hiter, defensive lineman Alister Vallejo, and potential gem Marky Walbridge.
He expressed excitement about the talent and potential of the incoming class, who could now potentially transfer out of the program following Wednesday’s events.
The timing of Moore’s firing is notable, as many college football coaching positions are already being filled for the upcoming season.
The future of Michigan’s coaching staff and program remains uncertain as the Wolverines aim to secure their 10th win.
