The University of Michigan dismissed head football coach Sherrone Moore on December 10, 2025, after an internal review found he had violated school policy through an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. The university classified the termination as “for cause,” meaning it does not intend to pay the remaining buyout on his contract. Officials said the findings were significant enough to require immediate action and encouraged anyone with additional information to contact investigators.

Moore’s firing came the same day police in Pittsfield Township detained a suspect in connection with an assault complaint. Authorities did not publicly identify the individual, but county jail records showed Moore was taken into custody that evening and remained held the following day. Police described the incident under investigation as targeted rather than random and said there was no broader threat to the public. No formal charges had been announced as of the latest updates.

Police dispatch audio obtained by some outlets referenced allegations that Moore had repeatedly contacted and followed a woman over several months. These details came from law‑enforcement communications rather than from the university’s internal review, and no stalking‑related charges had been filed.

Moore, 39, completed two seasons as Michigan’s head coach, finishing with a 17–8 record. The Wolverines ended the 2025 regular season at 9–3 and were preparing for a postseason matchup against Texas. Before becoming head coach, Moore held several roles on Michigan’s staff, including offensive coordinator and offensive line coach, and was part of the program’s 2023 national championship run. His tenure included suspensions tied to the university’s response to the sign‑stealing investigation involving former analyst Connor Stalions, as well as earlier recruiting‑related penalties.

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