Michigan Fires Sherrone Moore After Investigation Finds Evidence
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ANN ARBOR, Mich. Michigan fired head football coach Sherrone Moore on Wednesday after an internal investigation found credible evidence he engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member, athletic director Warde Manuel said. Michigan terminated Moore with cause, appointed Biff Poggi interim head coach and will not owe a buyout. Moore was booked into the Washtenaw County Jail hours later while prosecutors review allegations; authorities withheld additional details. The Wolverines finished the regular season 9-3 and will face Texas in the Dec. 31 Citrus Bowl. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. 2024: Sherrone Moore promoted to Michigan head coach following Jim Harbaugh's departure.
- 2. 2024 season: Michigan finished 8-5 amid program scrutiny and roster challenges.
- 3. 2025 season: Michigan went 9-3; Moore served a two-game suspension tied to prior investigations.
- 4. Dec. 10, 2025: University investigation found 'credible evidence' of an inappropriate relationship; Moore fired with cause and Biff Poggi named interim.
- 5. Dec. 10, 2025: Moore was detained and booked into Washtenaw County Jail; prosecutors are reviewing potential charges.
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