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Jim Harbaugh 'still processing' Sherrone Moore firing at Michigan, detainment

Stephen Samraby: Steve Samra7 hours agoSamraSource

Jim Harbaugh broke his silence on the Sherrone Moore firing at Michigan and his subsequent detainment on Friday during a press conference. The former Wolverines leader needs some time to absorb what’s happened regarding his successor in Ann Arbor.

“Still processing that, like a lot of people, I’m sure,” Harbaugh stated, per Daniel Popper of The Athletic. It’s certainly understandable for the Los Angeles Chargers head coach, who put his faith in Moore multiple times over the course of his tenure at Michigan.

Harbaugh brought Moore to Michigan in 2018 as the team’s tight ends coach. He was promoted to co-offensive coordinator and offensive line coach in 2021.

After filling in for Harbaugh during multiple suspensions throughout the 2023 season,  Moore was named Michigan’s head football coach following Harbaugh’s departure for the NFL. Then, everything hit the fan this week.

Moore was formally charged Friday following his detainment earlier this week in Washtenaw County, Michigan, according to a press release. Disturbing details surrounding the incident involving the 39-year-old have since emerged.

According to prosecutors, Moore was unarmed when he allegedly entered the residence through an unlocked door without permission. Authorities say a verbal confrontation ensued and escalated. Prosecutors allege Moore retrieved knives and scissors from a drawer and threatened to harm himself, telling the woman involved that “my blood is on your hands.” 

Court filings indicate Moore left the residence after the woman contacted her attorney and said she would call the police. Prosecutors described the victim as having been “terrorized” by the encounter.

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Moore faces multiple charges, including third-degree home invasion, stalking, and breaking and entering. Under Michigan law, third-degree home invasion is a felony punishable by up to five years in prison and a $2,000 fine.

The stalking charge is a misdemeanor carrying a potential sentence of up to one year in jail and a $1,000 fine. Additionally, the breaking-and-entering charge is also a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a $500 fine.

The University of Michigan officially announced Moore’s termination on Dec. 10, with athletic director Warde Manuel stating the firing was for cause. According to the university, an internal investigation found credible evidence that Moore engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. That constituted a violation of university policy.

“U-M head football coach Sherrone Moore has been terminated, with cause, effective immediately,” Manuel said in a statement. “This conduct constitutes a clear violation of University policy, and U-M maintains zero tolerance for such behavior.”

Biff Poggi was appointed interim head coach effective immediately. On3’s Pete Nakos reported Michigan players were informed of the decision during an abrupt team meeting.

Michigan finished the 2025 regular season 9–3, including a 2–0 record under Poggi while Moore previously served a suspension related to a sign-stealing investigation. The Wolverines remain scheduled to face Texas in the Citrus Bowl on New Year’s Eve.

— On3’s Nick Schultz contributed to this article.