College football has undergone significant changes in recent years, particularly with the introduction of NIL and the transfer portal. The sport is currently difficult to navigate due to its constant evolution, and teams must adapt in order to remain competitive. Michigan’s head coach, Sherrone Moore, is fully aware of this challenge and is working with his staff to stay ahead of the curve in this new era of college football.
The game has changed drastically in just a few years, and we’ve seen some programs fall behind because they are unwilling to adjust. Moore understands that adaptability is essential in this new environment.
“You have to adapt, whether it’s in football, business, or anything else, or you risk falling behind,” Moore said, as reported by On3. “You need to do everything you can to position yourself to compete. For us, it’s not just about money or financial gain, or comparing commercial deals. It’s about football, education, and maintaining strong ties with our alumni. But we are definitely grateful for the support we receive from outside sources, and it’s crucial that we continue to have that.”
A major challenge coaches face today is the transfer portal. They not only need to stay alert to potential talent from other schools, but also deal with the issue of tampering in college football.
“Other schools are offering crazy amounts of money to our players,” Moore explained. “Naturally, they listen, and while we’ve managed to keep many players, it’s created times when they’re focused more on their individual interests than the team.”
At Michigan, the team’s unity is paramount. To achieve their primary goal, which is to be the best team in college football, everyone must be fully committed.
“Our goal is to be the best team in college football,” Moore said. “You have to work for it.”
While Michigan’s football team achieved great success in 2023, securing a national championship, Moore faces the challenge of rebuilding following a tough start to his tenure as head coach. In his first season, Michigan finished with an 8-5 record, though they did secure impressive victories over #2 Ohio State and #11 Alabama. Despite not meeting expectations in year one, the Wolverines ended the season with strong momentum, setting the stage for a promising 2025 season.
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