Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was axed from his job in December 2025 after rumors of an affair with a staff member circulated. The school announced Moore’s firing in a statement without naming the staff member, with whom he allegedly had an “inappropriate relationship.”
“U-M head football coach Sherrone Moore has been terminated, with cause, effective immediately,” Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel announced. “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.”
After news of Moore’s arrest broke, social media users speculated about his situation. Some unverified rumors spread about his behavior, his alleged affair and even rumors of a pregnancy.
UPDATE: Ex-Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore was detained and arrested after breaking into the home of the staffer he had an affair with. Moore threatened to kill the staffer and himself. He’s currently in protective custody.
— Scott Hughes (@ScottHughesCBB) December 11, 2025
For a full breakdown of Moore’s situation, keep reading.
Moore was fired for allegedly engaging in an “inappropriate relationship” with an unidentified staff member. The University of Michigan said in its statement that the former coach’s behavior was a “clear violation” of its policy.
Yes, Moore is still legally married to his wife, Kelli Moore. The spouses have been married since 2015.
