Former Michigan Football Coach Seeks Dismissal of Charges

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Former University of Michigan Head Football Coach Sherrone Moore is appearing in court on Tuesday afternoon to file a motion to dismiss the criminal charges he is facing. Moore was fired by the university in December 2025 after being accused of engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a female staff member, which he allegedly continued to pursue even after she ended it, including by breaking into her home and threatening self-harm.

Why it matters

This case highlights the complex issues that can arise when romantic relationships develop between colleagues, especially in high-profile positions like college football coaching. It also raises questions about how universities handle such situations and whether the criminal justice system is the appropriate venue for resolving them.

The details

According to court records, Moore and the female staff member had been in a years-long relationship that she ended two days before his termination. After the breakup, the woman sought help from the University of Michigan, claiming Moore continued contacting her with repeated phone calls and text messages. He is accused of breaking into the woman's home and threatening to take his life in front of her. Law enforcement arrested Moore the same day of his firing, and he now faces charges of third-degree home invasion, stalking, and breaking and entering.

• Moore was fired by the University of Michigan in December 2025.
• Moore was arrested the same day he was fired, on December 12, 2025.
• Moore's motion to dismiss the charges is scheduled to be heard in court on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Sherrone Moore's motion to dismiss the charges.