University of Michigan AD Warde Manuel's future faces uncertainty ahead of board meeting
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 10:02 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Reports indicate that University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel's job status is in jeopardy. A Board of Regents meeting is scheduled for Thursday, where his future will be discussed. This comes after turmoil surrounding the dismissal of head football coach Sherrone Moore, who was terminated for cause following an internal investigation into inappropriate conduct. Manuel has led the athletic department since 2016 but has faced scrutiny amid various controversies within Michigan athletics. An official announcement regarding his status could be imminent as the university also navigates legal challenges related to public records.
- •Warde Manuel's job status will be discussed at a Regents meeting on Thursday.
- •Manuel has been athletic director since 2016.
- •He faces scrutiny following the termination of coach Sherrone Moore.
- •An internal investigation into the athletic department remains open.
- •The university is dealing with a lawsuit over public records.
- 6:23 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan AD Warde Manuel's future in jeopardy amid investigation
- 2:53 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan AD Warde Manuel could be on his way out according to reports
- 2:13 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Warde Manuel OUT as Michigan Athletic Director
- 12:49 AMESPN — Sources: U-M regents to decide on AD Manuel soon
- 12:16 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan AD Warde Manuel's future is in serious doubt: reports
- 11:39 PMYahoo Sports — Warde Manuel's future as Michigan AD is in doubt in wake of Sherrone Moore saga: sources
- 10:02 PMYahoo Sports — University of Michigan AD Warde Manuel’s future ‘in doubt,’ per reports
"The University of Michigan regents are expected to discuss an investigation into the culture of its athletic department on Thursday, sources told ESPN, and as part of the review, a decision on the future of AD Warde Manuel is expected in the coming days.
"Multiple reports indicate Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel's future is in doubt, with the Board of Regents expected to discuss his status this week.
"Per multiple reports on Sunday, University of Michigan AD Warde Manuel’s future could be in jeopardy. A Board of Regents meeting is set for this week:
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 6:23 PMMichigan AD Warde Manuel's future in jeopardy amid investigation
Warde Manuel's decade at Michigan has brought success, but it has also brought controversy. Now, it seems the school could be making another change.
- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 2:53 AMMichigan AD Warde Manuel could be on his way out according to reports
According to multiple reports, Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel could be in doubt with a decision perhaps being made this week.
- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 2:13 AMReport: Warde Manuel OUT as Michigan Athletic Director
Multiple reports indicate Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel's future is in doubt, with the Board of Regents expected to discuss his status this week.
- ESPNJul 13, 2026, 12:49 AMSources: U-M regents to decide on AD Manuel soon
The University of Michigan regents are expected to discuss an investigation into the culture of its athletic department on Thursday, sources told ESPN, and as part of the review, a decision on the future of AD Warde Manuel is expected in the coming days.
- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 12:16 AMMichigan AD Warde Manuel's future is in serious doubt: reports
University of Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel's future is in doubt, according to multiple reports.
- Yahoo SportsJul 12, 2026, 11:39 PMWarde Manuel's future as Michigan AD is in doubt in wake of Sherrone Moore saga: sources
An internal investigation into the athletic department's handling of recent scandals is expected to be reviewed at a board meeting this week.
- Yahoo SportsJul 12, 2026, 10:02 PMUniversity of Michigan AD Warde Manuel’s future ‘in doubt,’ per reports
Per multiple reports on Sunday, University of Michigan AD Warde Manuel’s future could be in jeopardy. A Board of Regents meeting is set for this week:
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