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Michigan Fires Sherrone Moore for Cause and Elevates Biff Poggi for Citrus Bowl

Public overtures to prized QB commit Bryce Underwood underscore fresh recruiting uncertainty for the Wolverines.

Overview

  • Michigan said an internal investigation found credible evidence Sherrone Moore had an inappropriate relationship with a staff member, leading to his dismissal for cause.
  • Associate head coach Biff Poggi will serve as interim head coach for the Dec. 31 Citrus Bowl against Texas.
  • Moore’s tenure ends with an 18–8 record, closing a turbulent stretch for the program.
  • Poggi previously stepped in during Moore’s two-game suspension tied to the Connor Stalions sign-stealing case.
  • LSU alum Tyrann Mathieu posted a public pitch to Bryce Underwood on Dec. 10, heightening questions about the top 2025 recruit’s commitment to Michigan.