ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Former Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore is expected to appear in court on Friday following an assault investigation after his dismissal from the program.
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The Pittsfield Townfield Police Department released a statement on Dec. 11, 2025, that the investigation was ongoing and under review by the Washtenaw County Prosecutor.
Moore remained in custody at the Washtenaw County Jail and is expected to appear in court for arraignment on Friday.
“The Pittsfield Township Police Department remains committed to transparency while respecting the privacy rights of both victims and the accused,” Pittsfield Township police.
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 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.
“U-M head football coach Sherrone Moore has been terminated, with cause, effective immediately.
Following a University investigation, credible evidence was found that Coach Moore engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.
This conduct constitutes a clear violation of University policy, and U-M maintains zero tolerance for such behavior.
Biff Poggi has been appointed head football coach in an interim capacity, effective immediately."
University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel
John U. Bacon, author of several books on Michigan football, shared his reaction to the firing of Moore while speaking with Local 4 Wednesday night.
“I was not ready for this news by any means,” Bacon said from Houghton, Michigan, where he was attending a book event. “I was shocked it all fell that fast, but not shocked because I’d heard rumors for a year or two.”
Bacon noted the seriousness of the situation, emphasizing that Moore’s inappropriate relationship involved a staff member, crossing several lines.
He added that Moore also lied to the university and authorities, providing multiple reasons for his dismissal.
“It’s a sad story for Michigan. You can’t spin it,” Bacon said. “You also have to wonder how much other people knew and when. It’s not just Moore’s problem; it affects 70 or 80 people who work there.”
Sherrone Moore
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 of this once-promising football season.