By LARRY LAGE AP Sports Writer

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan fired football coach Sherrone Moore on Wednesday after finding evidence of an “inappropriate relationship with a staff member,” a stunning end to his short, up-and-down tenure that saw the Wolverines take a step back on the field after winning the national championship and getting punished by the NCAA.

“This conduct constitutes a clear violation of university policy, and UM maintains zero tolerance for such behavior,” Athletic Director Warde Manuel said in a statement.

The announcement did not include details of the alleged relationship. Moore, who is married with three young daughters, did not return a message from The Associated Press seeking comment.

Moore was reportedly detained by police in Saline, Michigan, on Wednesday

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