Michigan Hires Kyle Whittingham as Head Coach Amid Program Scandals

📌Key Points

• •Michigan has hired former Utah coach Kyle Whittingham as its new head football coach on a five-year deal.
• •Whittingham, 66, brings a 177-88 record from 21 seasons at Utah, including two Pac-12 championships and a reputation for discipline.
• •The hire follows the firing of Michigan's previous head coach, Sherrone Moore, on December 10 due to an inappropriate relationship with a staff member and his subsequent arrest on felony charges.
• •Michigan's program has also been under scrutiny for NCAA violations, including a sign-stealing operation under former coach Jim Harbaugh, potentially facing a fine exceeding $30 million.
• •Whittingham, known for running a tough and disciplined program, is expected to provide stability and a "clean break" for Michigan.
• •He will join the Wolverines immediately for Citrus Bowl preparations on December 27, foregoing his final game with Utah.