US EditionNCAA Fines Michigan, Increases Coach Ban for Sign-Stealing Scheme
The University of Michigan was fined $8 million and lost two years of postseason revenue following six Level 1 violations involving illegal scouting between 2021 and 2023.
- In its decision on Aug. 15, 2025, the NCAA's Committee on Infractions penalized the University of Michigan with a significant fine and added a game suspension for Sherrone Moore in 2026.
- Following a tip, NCAA investigation in October 2023 confirmed Connor Stalions' impermissible scouting as a Level I violation supported by evidence.
- The penalties include a $50,000 fine, 10% of the football budget, a 25% reduction in official visits, and a 14-week ban on recruiting communications for the 2025-26 season.
- During the 2025 season, Sherrone Moore will miss Weeks 3 and 4 and also will be suspended for the first game of the 2026-27 season, NCAA confirms.
- The NCAA's Committee on Infractions imposed an eight-year show-cause for Connor Stalions, a ten-year for Jim Harbaugh, and a two-year for Sherrone Moore, while Michigan avoided a postseason ban.
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