Michigan AD Manuel Steps Down at Year's End

Warde Manuel's departure comes amid scrutiny of his leadership, which was marked by both success and controversy. During his tenure, Michigan won four national championships, including football in 2023 and men's basketball in 2026, but also faced challenges including hiring missteps and NCAA violations.

Manuel's decision to hire Kyle Whittingham as football coach in December was noted as a significant move. His departure provides Michigan with an opportunity to restructure its athletics department leadership as the university continues to navigate its athletic programs under interim president Domenico Grasso. beltedkingfisher.blog