December 11, 2024 – The University of Michigan fired head football coach Sherrone Moore on December 10, 2024. Officials said he had an “inappropriate relationship” with a staff member. This has led to intense online speculation. Many rumors point to the staff member being Paige Shiver.
Who is Paige Shiver?
Paige Shiver works in the University of Michigan athletic department. She was the executive assistant to Head Coach Sherrone Moore. She started at the university in November 2021. Her first job was On-Campus Recruiting & Football Operations Coordinator.
She was promoted to executive assistant in February 2024. This was shortly after Moore became head coach.
She graduated from Purdue University. Before working in college sports, she worked for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Her father is Jeff Shiver, a longtime scout for the Chicago Bears.
Is She the Reason for Moore’s Firing?
Online rumors strongly link Paige Shiver to the scandal. However, there is no official confirmation. The university has not named the staff member involved.
Since the news broke, Paige Shiver has made her Instagram account private. Reports say she also deactivated her X (Twitter) and LinkedIn accounts on December 10. This is likely due to the intense public scrutiny.
Neither Shiver nor Moore has publicly commented on the allegations.
University Statement and Arrest
The University of Michigan fired Moore after an internal investigation. They found “credible evidence” of an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. They called this a “clear violation of University policy.”
Athletic Director Warde Manuel announced the termination. It was effective immediately. Because he was fired for cause, Michigan will not pay the remaining $12.3 million on his contract.
Hours after his firing, Sherrone Moore was arrested. Police in Saline, Michigan, detained him. He was turned over to Pittsfield Township police for investigation. No formal charges have been announced yet.
The Aftermath
Sherrone Moore is married and has three children. The alleged relationship is said to be a case of infidelity.
Biff Poggi will be the interim head coach. He will lead the team in the upcoming Citrus Bowl game against Texas.
The situation remains developing. Official details about the staff member’s identity and potential charges are still unknown.