Dave Portnoy had just jumped out of the shower when he heard of Sherrone Moore’s firing. At first, he was speechless and understandably so. But ever since then, the Michigan loyalist has posted plenty of social media commentary. One of the latest? It’s him supporting his alma mater on the way they handled the situation.

“Next time somebody says Michigan isn’t doing enough just remember that our interim President penned an open letter to the entire student body asking them to come forward with info they have on the case…” Portnoy wrote on his X account, sharing a post by Nicole Auerbach, NBC Sports’ lead college football insider, which included screenshots of the open letter.

With many allegations piling up against their head coach, University of Michigan President Domenico Grasso’s open letter made it clear that Moore’s alleged misconduct would not be tolerated. The letter, written the day after Moore was fired, cited findings from the internal investigation that revealed “credible evidence” of an inappropriate relationship with a staff member, leading to his immediate termination.

“There is absolutely no tolerance for this conduct at the University of Michigan. None,” Grasso wrote, emphasizing the breach of trust and the school’s commitment to respect, integrity, and accountability. He also noted the investigation would continue so that all facts are fully understood. Grasso also urged students to come forward with any additional information that could help them.

The letter referenced Moore’s reported erratic behavior in the days before his firing, including berating assistant coaches. Grasso concluded by expressing hope that the community could move past the scandal with integrity and excellence.

Through it all, Portnoy has been an unapologetic Michigan supporter. The $250 million Barstool Sports owner poured serious money into Michigan to help the Wolverines land top talent. In addition to that, he played a major role in securing five-star quarterback Bryce Underwood, and if that is not enough, Portnoy often floods social media with pro-Michigan takes and never misses a chance to troll rivals, especially Ohio State. With his platform at Barstool and his on-air presence with FOX Sports, he consistently pushes a Michigan-friendly narrative into the national conversation.

So it’s no surprise he jumped headfirst into the mess surrounding Moore. When the news first broke, Portnoy posted jokingly on X that he had just gotten out of the shower and was stunned by the firing, even quipping that “if you’re going to have an affair with a staffer, you better beat Ohio State and make the playoffs”.

As more details emerged about the inappropriate relationship and Moore’s subsequent police detainment, Portnoy shifted to a more serious tone, declaring he was “proud that Michigan refused to do the same” as other programs by holding Moore accountable and calling it the “Michigan Man Way.” Beyond these posts, Portnoy also engaged with the coaching conversation, floating high‑profile names as potential replacements and boosting community sentiment around it all.

At the same time, Moore’s legal situation is unfolding on a parallel track. He was taken into custody after his firing as police opened an assault investigation. The prosecutors indicated that charging decisions and arraignment would come only after further review of the case. Grasso has repeatedly pointed to this active law‑enforcement inquiry as another reason the university will not rush to judgment in public.

Sherrone Moore behind bars? 

The Sherrone Moore scandal is getting messier by the minute. As per recent reports, Police rushed to the Ann Arbor home associated with Michigan staffer Paige Shiver after a 911 call. The caller reported an alarming confrontation involving Sherrone Moore in the immediate aftermath of his firing. According to dispatch audio and multiple reports, officers learned that Moore showed up at the residence, distraught over losing his multimillion-dollar job.

The former head coach was allegedly suicidal and was believed to be armed with a knife. The 911 call described a man who had “lost control.” Shiver placed the call from the address listed in public records as her residence. One dispatcher later relayed that he allegedly held a knife to his own throat before fleeing the scene. Police treated it as both a potential assault and a mental‑health crisis. The police immediately rushed to the location to ensure Shiver’s safety.

Police ultimately detained Moore nearby and took him to the Washtenaw County Jail as investigators opened assault charges. Shiver’s role in the episode remains unclear in public records. Michigan identifies her as the “executive assistant to the head coach.” Separate university statements allege Moore violated policy through an “inappropriate” relationship with a staff member. Investigators pointed all doubts toward Shiver as the employee at the center of both the workplace probe and the police response.