Overview
- According to the Detroit Free Press, Moore overheard assistants discussing recruits in February, berated staff about people talking behind his back, and left in tears after slamming papers.
- A high‑ranking Michigan official told the Free Press that Moore was not speaking to his coaches in the weeks before his dismissal, and others said he and Martindale did not get along.
- Michigan fired Moore on Dec. 10 for what the school called an inappropriate relationship with a staffer, and prosecutors say he later forced his way into the staffer’s home and threatened self‑harm.
- Moore faces a third‑degree felony home‑invasion charge and misdemeanor counts of stalking and breaking and entering; a not guilty plea was entered and his next court date is Jan. 22.
- Martindale declined to discuss his working relationship with Moore, saying he had been advised by his agent and lawyer not to comment on Michigan football matters.