Why was Sherrone Moore fired as Michigan's head coach?

Sherrone Moore was fired due to an inappropriate relationship with a University of Michigan staff member, violating university policy.

What was Sherrone Moore's record at Michigan?

Sherrone Moore led Michigan to a 9-3 record in the 2024 season and a 16-8 record over two seasons as head coach.

Who is the new interim head coach for Michigan football?

Biff Poggi has been named the interim head coach for the University of Michigan football team.

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Michigan Coach Fired Amid Inappropriate Relationship Allegations

11 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Sherrone Moore was fired for an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.
Moore became the first Black head coach in Michigan football history.
He previously served as interim coach during Harbaugh's suspensions.

Michigan Coach Fired Amid Inappropriate Relationship Allegations

The University of Michigan has terminated head football coach Sherrone Moore following an investigation that revealed credible evidence of an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. This conduct was found to be a clear violation of university policy, prompting immediate dismissal with cause, as Michigan maintains a zero-tolerance stance on such behavior.

Moore, who was named head coach in 2024, had a historic tenure as the program's first Black head coach. He previously stepped in as acting head coach twice in 2023, guiding the Wolverines to significant victories, including against rivals Penn State and Ohio State, while Jim Harbaugh served suspensions. He resumed his offensive coordinator role as Michigan secured a national championship.