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Sherrone Moore , fired Dec. 10 as Michigan football coach, was officially charged with home invasion, stalking, and breaking and entering on Dec. 12.
Moore was arraigned on Dec. 12 and the judge set his bond at $25,000. In court Friday, prosecutor Kati Rezmierski alleged that Moore entered the home of a woman he had a relationship with, grabbed butter knives and scissors from a kitchen drawer and threatened to harm himself . The police report states Moore and the victim engaged in a verbal argument that escalated to Moore threatening self-harm.
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Moore allegedly left the home before officers arrived, but was located and taken into custody. The police report says Moore was transported to a hospital for evaluation and then "lodged" at the Washtenaw County Jail.
The home invasion charge is a felony, while the stalking and breaking and entering charges are both misdemeanors. Moore underwent a second mental evaluation on Thursday and must continue all mental health treatment as a condition of his bond.
On Dec. 11, Michigan interim president Domenico Grasso addressed the firing of Moore, 39, in a letter to faculty and students, saying that the coach was "immediately terminated" when his alleged conduct came to light. Grasso said the university's investigation into the allegations is ongoing.
Moore led Michigan to a 17-8 record in his two seasons leading the program, not including a 1-0 record as interim coach in 2023. He is replaced by interim coach Biff Poggi ahead of the 9-3 Wolverines ' scheduled Dec. 31 Citrus Bowl appearance against No. 14 Texas .
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Michigan board of regents authorizes probe into athletics department
According to a CBS Sports report , the Michigan board of regents has authorized an extended probe into the athletic department's handling of the Moore "situation." Law firm Jenner & Block will reportedly handle the "open-ended" review into the department.
Kalen DeBoer rumors for Michigan job
Multiple reports indicate Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer — considered one of the top names Michigan could contact for its head coach opening — has not expressed interest in the Wolverines job.
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Michigan interested in Browns OC Tommy Rees
According to a report from Cleveland.com , Michigan is reportedly interested in Browns offensive coordinator Tommy Rees. The former Notre Dame football quarterback served as the Fighting Irish's OC from 2020-22 before taking the same position at Alabama in 2023. He was the Browns' passing game coordinator in 2024 before taking over as offensive coordinator for Cleveland in 2025.
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Michigan football tweets for first time
Michigan football's official account on X (formerly Twitter) has posted for the first time since the university confirmed Moore's firing. The post, captioned, "Focused on the game," shows photos of interim coach Biff Poggi addressing the team in what appears to be the Wolverines' practice facility.
While not an outright declaration of the team's intentions for the postseason, the post seems to suggest Michigan will play its bowl game vs. Texas in the Citrus Bowl on Wednesday, Dec. 31.
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Jim Harbaugh speaks on Sherrone Moore firing
Former Michigan football coach - and current Los Angeles Chargers coach - Jim Harbaugh addressed Moore's firing and arrest during media availability on Dec. 12. He said he's "still processing" the events that have taken place in the last 48 hours.
"I'm still processing that," Harbaugh said Dec. 12. "Still processing that like a lot of people I'm sure."
Sherrone Moore posts bond, released from jail
According to the Detroit Free Press' Tony Garcia, Sherrone Moore has posted his $25,000 bond and has been released from the Washtenaw County Jail. He is scheduled to reappear in court on Jan. 22.
Rich Eisen wants 'football version of Dusty May' to replace Sherrone Moore
During the Dec. 12 episode of his eponymously named "Rich Eisen Show," Rich Eisen gave his thoughts on the type of coach Michigan, his alma mater, needs as the Wolverines work to find Sherrone Moore's successor.
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"I want the football version of Dusty May. That's what I want. If you can find someone with a similar background and a similar self-made builder, someone who comes from a smaller pond, if you will. Someone who has made more with less and now can do more with the more that Michigan will be able to equip this coach with. That's the one I want," Eisen said.
Bear McWhorter decommits from Michigan after Sherrone Moore firing
Michigan commit Bear McWhorter announced on Friday, Dec. 12 that he has decommitted from the Wolverines following Sherrone Moore's firing. The 2026 three-star offensive lineman is the second commit to back out of his commitment to the Wolverines in recent days, with four-star tight end Matt Ludwig being the other.
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"In light of recent of recent events, I've made the very difficult decision to withdraw my NLI. I'm grateful to the staff at UM for everything they've done," McWhorter said in a statement posted to his personal X (formerly Twitter) account.
Michigan provides "no additional comments" after Sherrone Moore arraignment
Reached for comment by USA TODAY Sports after Friday's court hearing a Michigan spokesman said the school had, "No additional comments at this time."
Sherrone Moore bail
Sherrone Moore's bond was set at $25,000 cash or surety. He was instructed by the judge to not buy a weapon, consume alcohol, marijuana or any other drug and would be required to wear a GPS monitor and comply with mental health checks prior to his Jan. 22 court date.
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Sherrone Moore police report
"The Pittsfield Township Police Department responded to a residence near the above location at the above date and time for the purposes of investigating a reported assault. During the investigation, it was alleged that the suspect, Sherrone Moore, was unarmed when he entered the residence through an unlocked door without permission and engaged in a verbal argument with the victim that escalated.
"It was further alleged that during the argument, Moore picked up two butter knives and a pair of scissors from within the residence and threatened to harm himself. Moore left the residence before responding officers arrived and was located shortly thereafter in the area of Willis and Bishop Roads in Saline. Moore was taken into custody without incident. Moore was transported to a local hospital for evaluation. At the conclusion of the evaluation, Moore was lodged at the Washtenaw County Jail pending a review of charges by the Washtenaw County Prosecuting Attorney's Office."
Sherrone Moore lawyer won't comment on mental health status
What did Sherrone Moore do?
During his arraignment on Friday, the prosecutor alleged that after breaking into the victim's home, Moore went to a kitchen drawer and grabbed butter knives and scissors. He allegedly threatened suicide to the victim, saying "I'm going to kill myself," "I'm going to make you watch" and "my blood is on your hands."
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Magistrate Odetalla Odetalla ordered a $25,000 cash surety bond, for Moore to wear a tether and "continue all mental health treatment" as a condition of his bond. He also ordered Moore to avoid any contact with the "named victim," who Odetalla said would not be named in court.
What is Sherrone Moore charged with?
Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore is facing three criminal charges following his arrest hours after being relieved of his duties.
According to court documents released Dec. 12, Moore faces criminal allegations of felony third-degree home invasion, misdemeanor stalking-domestic relationship, and misdemeanor breaking and entering. Bond had not been set in the criminal case against Moore.
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When is Sherrone Moore's arraignment? Court sets time today
A court release Friday morning said that "probable cause by the magistrate arraignment on this case" will be made at 1 p.m. ET.
Michigan AD Warde Manual made aware of Sherrone Moore mental health issues days before firing him, report
CBS Detroit's Rachel Hopmayer reports Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel was made aware of Sherrone Moore's mental health issues on Sunday, three days before Manuel fired Moore.
According to Hopmayer's source, who is within the program, prominent donors told Manuel about Moore having mental health issues.
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The source said the latest investigation was the third one involving Moore over alleged conduct with women.
How long could Sherrone Moore be held in jail without being charged?
In general, Washtenaw County prosecutors and law enforcement may detain recently fired Michigan coach Sherrone Moore for anywhere from 48 to 72 hours without bringing formal criminal charges .
Although law enforcement told media they anticipate Moore will have a court hearing Friday, Dec. 12, 72 hours is typically the longest one is held in criminal cases without charges, said John Freeman, a Bloomfield Hills criminal defense lawyer.
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— Dave Boucher, Detroit Free Press
When will Sherrone Moore arraignment be today?
The sheriff at the 14-A1 district court says arraignments will not begin this afternoon until 1 p.m., the usual time. That, of course, includes Sherrone Moore, although there still does not appear to be any paperwork filed, or any information in the Washtenaw County system.It is not yet clear if it will be a video arraignment or in person, but the expectation is it will be on video.
— Tony Garcia, Detroit Free Press
Still no word on Sherrone Moore hearing or charges
As of 7 a.m. Friday, Dec. 12, the online court system Washtenaw County uses to track cases did not contain any information about a possible hearing or charges involving Moore. However, the Pittsfield Township Police Department said in a statement on Thursday, Dec. 11 that they expected Moore to appear in court on Friday.
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How Michigan leadership scandals intertwine
The University of Michigan has been down this road before. In 2020, it was the university provost . In 2022, it was the university president . In 2025, it's the head football coach .
All were accused of inappropriate behavior involving other people at the university. And now the university is using a law firm to investigate football coach Sherrone Moore – the same law firm that had helped it investigate university president Mark Schlissel just a few years earlier.
The university didn't say which policy Moore allegedly violated, but it appears to be Policy No. 201.97 , which was implemented in response to the sexual harassment scandal involving former provost Martin Philbert, the second-highest administrator at the school. That policy prohibits most supervisor-employee relationships and was put in place in 2021, shortly before Schlissel was fired in early 2022 .
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Nearly four years later, Michigan is back at it with Moore.
– Brent Schrotenboer
Michigan loses four-star recruit after Moore firing
The roster fallout has begun for Michigan.
Matt Ludwig, a four-star tight end from Montana , has been granted a release from his signed national letter of intent . The 6-4, 220-pound athlete out of Billings West (Billings, Montana) was seen as the No. 1 player in Montana, No. 12 tight end in the country and a top-250 recruit in the class of 2026, according to 247Sports composite rankings.
"Our principal just bought him a cap and gown and just did (the ceremony) real quick in the hallway,'' Billings West High School coach Rob Stanton told USA TODAY Sports. "Then about 20 minutes later (Ludwig's) phone was blowing up.''
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— Josh Peter
Sherrone Moore fired, jailed: Dec. 11 updates
USA TODAY's live updates from Dec. 11 addressed Moore's potential arraignment date, recruit reaction to the firing, a statement from university interim president Domenico Grasso and much more. Catch up on Dec. 11 updates here .
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