Former Michigan Football Coach Sentenced for Misdemeanors

Sherrone Moore avoids jail time after plea deal on lesser charges.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:03am

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Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was sentenced today after pleading no contest to two misdemeanors related to an incident with a former staff member. Moore was originally charged with more serious felonies, but reached a plea deal that dismissed those charges.

Why it matters

The case highlights the complex legal and career consequences that can arise from allegations of inappropriate relationships and misconduct involving college coaches and staff. While Moore avoided jail time, the incident has likely ended his coaching career at the university level.

The details

In December 2025, Moore was fired "for cause" from his position as head football coach at the University of Michigan following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with an executive assistant. Prosecutors say just hours after losing his job, Moore broke into the woman's home and threatened to harm himself. Last month, Moore accepted a plea deal, pleading no contest to two misdemeanors: Malicious use of a telecommunications device and Trespassing. The more serious charges of third-degree felony home invasion, misdemeanor stalking, and misdemeanor breaking and entering were dismissed.

  • On December 10, 2025, Moore was fired from his position as head football coach at the University of Michigan.
  • Just hours after being fired, Moore allegedly broke into the home of a former staff member.
  • In March 2026, Moore accepted a plea deal, pleading no contest to two misdemeanors.
  • On April 14, 2026, Moore was sentenced for the two misdemeanor charges.

The players

Sherrone Moore

The former head football coach at the University of Michigan who was fired and charged with crimes related to an alleged inappropriate relationship with a staff member.

University of Michigan

The public research university where Sherrone Moore was employed as the head football coach until his termination in December 2025.

Adam Wright

A University of Detroit Mercy Law professor who commented on the likelihood of Sherrone Moore receiving jail time for the misdemeanor charges.

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What they’re saying

“It would be a shock if there was jail time. Mr. Moore has no criminal record.”

— Adam Wright, University of Detroit Mercy Law professor

What’s next

The judge's sentencing decision will determine if Sherrone Moore faces any further legal consequences beyond the loss of his coaching job.

The takeaway

This case highlights the serious personal and professional repercussions that can result from allegations of misconduct involving college coaches and staff, even when more serious criminal charges are ultimately reduced through a plea deal.