A newly surfaced termination letter paints a stark picture of the circumstances leading to the dismissal of former University of Michigan head football coach Sherrone Moore, asserting that he was “untruthful” during the school’s investigation into an inappropriate relationship with a staff member and that his conduct justified firing with cause.

The letter, obtained by Yahoo Sports, details how Michigan officials concluded that Moore’s behavior violated university policies and reflected poorly on the integrity of the athletic department. Citing his lack of candor during interviews with investigators, the letter states that the decision to terminate Moore was based on more than simply the existence of the relationship — it was compounded by his responses during the inquiry, which officials deemed misleading.

According to the document, the school’s leadership determined that Moore’s actions “offend against morality and public decency,” and explicitly stated that he was ineligible for rehire at Michigan. The letter also underscored concerns about the potential damage to the university’s reputation and athletic program, signaling that administrative and ethical considerations played a central role in the decision-making process.

The revelations come amid a separate criminal case against Moore. Following his termination, he was arrested in connection with an incident at the home of the same staff member involved in the investigation, leading to multiple charges, including felony home invasion, stalking and breaking and entering. Prosecutors have alleged that Moore unlawfully entered the residence, made threatening statements and behaved in a manner that raised serious safety concerns.

In addition to the firing and criminal charges, court conditions for Moore now include a no-contact order, mental health treatment requirements and GPS monitoring as he awaits further hearings.

The termination letter adds a consequential administrative dimension to a case that has already captured national attention, illustrating how a once-prominent coach’s career unraveled amid allegations of misconduct and obfuscation in his dealings with university investigators.