Sherrone Moore was fired by the University of Michigan because an internal investigation found he violated university policy. Multiple reports describe it as a termination “for cause.”
Stated reason from Michigan
Michigan’s athletic director said Moore was terminated after a university investigation concluded there was credible evidence he engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member, which the school said clearly violated its policies and standards of conduct. Because the school classified it as a firing “for cause,” it also allows Michigan to avoid paying out the large buyout remaining on his contract.
Additional context
News outlets have reported that Moore was detained by local police shortly after his firing, with authorities saying he was turned over to another department for investigation into possible charges, though specific charges had not been publicly detailed at that time. Separate coverage notes that Moore already had prior disciplinary history at Michigan related to recruiting violations and the Connor Stalions sign-stealing case, but the school has made clear that the inappropriate relationship with a staff member was the basis for his dismissal.
