Michigan Football has found its new head coach following the firing of Sherrone Moore, 39, after allegations of an extramarital affair with a staff member. After weeks of scandal and national scrutiny, the university finalised a deal to hire former Utah coach Kyle Whittingham as its next head coach. The priority now lies solely on stabilising the Michigan program and making up for the financial and reputational damage caused by Moore’s downfall.
Whittingham’s hiring marks the 22nd head coach change in the program, a third in the last four years, following Sheerone Moore (2024-25) and Jim Harbaugh (2022-23). The hire brings one of the most respected coaches in college football, and it’s clear that this time around, the Michigan Wolverines are prioritising credibility, discipline, and battle-tested experience after one of the darkest chapters in program history.
Why did Michigan turn to Kyle Whittingham?
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