Harbaugh Responds to Scandal Involving Former Assistant Coach

Jim Harbaugh spoke on Friday regarding the recent turmoil involving his successor at the University of Michigan football program. He acknowledged that he hasn’t fully processed the situation yet.

Sherone Moore, who served as Harbaugh’s offensive coordinator until moving to the Los Angeles Chargers in 2024, was let go on Wednesday. He was subsequently arrested, facing charges of burglary, stalking, and unauthorized trespassing.

During a press conference on Friday, Harbaugh was prompted to share his thoughts on Moore’s predicament. He mentioned, “We’re still processing it. I heard that from one of the equipment guys, Chad Jessop, while we were heading back from the field on Thursday. So… it’s, uh… still processing, I guess, like a lot of people.”

Moore joined Harbaugh’s team in 2018 as a tight ends coach and by 2023 was promoted to offensive coordinator. He briefly held the position of interim head coach that year during Harbaugh’s suspensions, leading the team to an impressive 4-0 record and securing a national championship for Michigan.

After Harbaugh departed the program to return to the NFL, Moore became Michigan’s first black head coach. However, he is now at the center of a significant college sports scandal.

The university announced it discovered credible evidence of an “inappropriate relationship” involving Moore, coinciding with his dismissal. He was detained by authorities shortly after the news of his firing emerged.

Moore has since been charged with stalking and burglary. Prosecutors reported that he faces a felony charge for third-degree burglary along with two misdemeanors related to stalking and trespassing, both incidents tied to “domestic relations.”

According to prosecutors, Moore had been reaching out to employees via phone and text after a breakup, encouraging them to cooperate with the ongoing investigation. Following his termination, he allegedly showed up at the victim’s home, entering uninvited, where he threatened to harm himself with kitchen utensils. He reportedly declared, “My blood is on your hands” and “You ruined my life.”

Law enforcement officials stated that Moore’s behavior was deemed threatening, raising concerns about public safety.

Francis Xavier “Biff” Poggi has been appointed as interim head coach and will lead the team against the University of Texas in the Citrus Bowl on December 31. Poggi had previously filled in for Moore during a suspension linked to a recruiting violation.