ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The University of Michigan has fired head football coach Sherrone Moore.
University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel said the conduct was a clear violation of university policy and that the school maintains a zero-tolerance policy for such behavior.
The university said Moore was terminated following an investigation that found he engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.
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
Moore was hired by the University of Michigan as the tight ends coach in January of 2018.
After three seasons, he was promoted to co-offensive coordinator and offensive line coach.
The Wolverines under Moore won the Joe Moore Award as the nation’s best offensive line in 2021 and 2022.
During the 2023 season, Moore stepped in as interim head coach for Jim Harbaugh, who was suspended for a few games, co-leading the team to the 2023 College Football Playoff National Championship.
Moore was hired as head coach for the 2024 season, where the team finished 8-5.
The Wolverines got back on track in the offseason, as Moore brought in phenom Bryce Underwood and his 2025 class, which ranked in the top 11 nationally.
Moore, in his second season as head coach, led the Wolverines to a 9-3 record and was preparing his Wolverines for their matchup against the Texas Longhorns in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl on New Year’s Eve, but now that team will be led by Poggi.
Michigan just signed another top class for 2026, as Moore was asked on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, about the freshmen class that has signed.
When asked about freshmen who might contribute right away next year, Moore said it is a special group with talent across positions, including receiver phenom running back Savion Hiter.
“The linemen are all going to compete,” Moore said, noting the group also includes corners and linebackers.
Moore expected to have a clearer picture after spring practice and summer, but now he is gone.
He spoke about the 2026 recruiting class, highlighting some lesser-known but highly talented players.
When asked if there was a new commitment that surprised him, Moore pointed to Marky Walbridge as a potential gem.
“He was recruited but kind of not recruited,” Moore said.
Moore also praised defensive lineman Alister Vallejo, noting his impressive film.
“It’s so weird when you watch his film, he looks like Mason,” Moore said, referring to Mason Graham, a top-10 NFL draft pick.
While acknowledging the high expectations, Moore praised Vallejo’s movements, twitchiness, and ability to get off blocks.
Overall, Moore expressed excitement about the entire class.
“It’s a fun class. It’s a great bunch of kids, families, but a lot of good players,” Moore said.
With the news of his firing, who knows who will remain with the program, and who will be the next head coach, as Michigan still pushes to win its 10th game.
The timing of the firing is head-scratching, as coaches have already started filling other positions across college football.