Michigan Football to Impose Self-Sanctions Amidst Scouting Scandal
In response to the Connor Stalions advanced scouting scandal, Michigan football has decided to impose self-sanctions, including a two-game suspension for head coach Sherrone Moore during the 2025 season. According to reports by ESPN’s Dan Wetzel and Pete Thamel, the suspension will affect Moore’s participation in the games against Central Michigan and Nebraska, barring him from any team-related activities, including practices. Additionally, he will face recruiting-related penalties.
The timing of the suspension is particularly significant, as Michigan is scheduled to confront Oklahoma in a key non-conference matchup in Week 2. This is not Moore’s first suspension stemming from self-imposed penalties; he previously sat out the 2023 season opener against East Carolina due to a different NCAA investigation. While Jim Harbaugh, the former head coach, was also suspended during that season, he was permitted to coach practices—Moore will not have this opportunity.
Reports indicate that the NCAA may impose further penalties on Moore as ongoing investigations progress, with a resolution anticipated before the start of the upcoming season. The self-sanction comes amid growing scrutiny following allegations that Moore deleted 52 text messages related to the controversial scouting scheme.
A draft notice of allegations has emerged, outlining 11 total violations against the Wolverines, including six serious Level 1 violations. Notably, these allegations detail Stalions’ improper scouting of at least 13 future opponents on multiple occasions between 2021 and 2023. Historically, under Harbaugh’s leadership, the program struggled against Ohio State and the College Football Playoff until the alleged scheme began, after which they experienced significant success, including a national title in 2023. The investigation continues, posing potential repercussions for the future of Michigan football.
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