Warde Manuel's future as Michigan AD is in doubt in wake of Sherrone Moore saga: sources
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Key Points:
- Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel's future at the university is uncertain following an internal investigation into the handling of football coach Sherrone Moore's firing in December.
- Manuel, who signed a five-year contract extension through 2030 paying over $2 million annually, could face a buyout requiring 36 months of severance unless a settlement is reached.
- The investigation also reviewed other scandals, including a sign-stealing controversy under former coach Jim Harbaugh, and an announcement on Manuel's status is expected after the Michigan Regents' board meeting on Thursday.
- Moore was fired after being arrested for an inappropriate relationship with a staff member and later charged with felony home invasion; he reached a plea deal avoiding jail time.
- Despite leading Michigan to national titles in football (2023) and men's basketball (2026), Manuel was unable to retain head coaches Jim Harbaugh and Dusty May, who both left for professional coaching positions.
