The University of Michigan abruptly fired Michigan football head coach Sherrone Moore on Wednesday. This Wednesday revelation followed a deep internal investigation into an inappropriate relationship. Consequently, the Michigan Wolverines football program is facing the biggest debacle in college sports.
Athletic Director Warde Manuel cited credible evidence of a workplace relationship scandal involving a staffer. Moore reportedly violated the university policy violation regarding staff misconduct and HR violation. Specifically, the misconduct termination stems from an inappropriate conduct with employee situation.
Since officials fired with cause, the school triggered a contract termination for his five-year contract. This move effectively cancels his $5.6 million salary obligations immediately. Furthermore, rumors regarding a Plan B rumor and salary raise speculation for the mistress fueled the coaching scandal.
Events escalated quickly after the Wednesday arrest following the coach’s dismissal. Local authorities in Saline, Michigan, initially detained Moore before transferring him to Pittsfield Township Police. Subsequently, officers booked the coach into the Washtenaw County Jail as a suspect in custody.
According to reports from TMZ and ESPN, a 911 call report described a terrifying breakup confrontation. The victim told dispatchers that a male was “attacking her” and “stalking her for months.” Additionally, police dispatch audio captured reports of suicidal ideations involving a serious knife threat.
During his arraignment details, prosecutor Kati Rezmierski revealed disturbing details from the crime scene. She alleged that Moore barged into the apartment and grabbed butter knives and scissors.
“I’m gonna kill myself!” Moore allegedly screamed while holding the kitchen tools.
“My blood is on your hands!” he reportedly shouted at the terrified woman.
“You ruined my life,” he added during the domestic dispute allegations.
Consequently, Moore now faces a felony charge for third-degree home invasion charge. He also faces misdemeanor charges for stalking allegations and breaking and entering. Ultimately, the court granted a pretrial release with a $25,000 bail and a GPS tether requirement.
Michigan must now look forward to a new era while ongoing legal proceedings continue. Currently, Jedd Fisch from Washington leads the betting markets with a 26% probability to take the job. Kalen DeBoer follows closely with 19% odds despite his current playoff run at Alabama.
Meanwhile, Kenny Dillingham remains a high-upside option with a 17% chance according to prediction markets. Some boosters prefer Jesse Minter for his deep ties to the Ann Arbor football program. Instead of stability, the school faces a chaotic search during a critical recruiting window. Moore once stood as a Black head coach milestone after succeeding Jim Harbaugh. However, this dramatic escalation likely ends his NCAA coaching career and path to NFL coaching. A probable cause hearing is currently set for January 22.
