India, Dec. 11 -- Michigan dismissed head football coach Sherrone Moore after an internal investigation revealed his involvement in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. The university has confirmed that Moore's termination was "for cause," highlighting a significant breach of university policy.

"Following a University investigation, credible evidence was found that Coach Moore engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. This conduct constitutes a clear violation of University policy, and U-M maintains zero tolerance for such behavior," stated Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel.

Soon after his termination, Moore was apprehended by law enforcement in Saline, Michigan, and subsequently handed over to th...