Dave Portnoy, one of Michigan’s most outspoken fans, reacted to the news that Sherrone Moore was fired as head football coach in several posts on social media, ultimately declaring that he was “proud” of the way his alma mater handled the situation.

Moore was let go on Wednesday after a university-led investigation found that he had 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,” Michigan said in its statement announcing the firing.

Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore watches from the sideline during the second half of Michigan’s loss to Ohio State on Nov. 29, 2025 in Ann Arbor, Mich. AP

Initially, Portnoy made jokes about the decision until reports

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