ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Former Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore is sitting in the Washtenaw County Jail due to an assault investigation following his dismissal from the football program.
Moore was detained by police on Wednesday (Dec. 10), and Local 4 can confirm that he is in jail.
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No charges or bond have been announced.
The Pittsfield Township Police Department said they responded to an alleged assault on Wednesday around 4 p.m., but did not identify Moore as the suspect in their official release.
Local 4 has confirmed Moore was taken into custody and lodged at the Washtenaw County Jail pending review of charges by the Washtenaw County Prosecutor.
What happened
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). ESPN Senior Writer Dan Wetzel first reported the news.
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.
Biff Poggi has been named interim head football coach, effective immediately.
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.