Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel has made it clear he has no intention of stepping down, despite ongoing scrutiny following an internal investigation prompted by the firing of football coach Sherrone Moore.
In a statement to the media, Manuel said, "There are no plans for me not to continue" as the head of Michigan's athletics program. The investigation, conducted by a local law firm, has intensified pressure on the athletic director, but Manuel remains steadfast in his role.
Manuel has been a central figure in Michigan athletics during a tumultuous period, and his comments aim to quell speculation about his future. The university has not released further details about the investigation's findings or the circumstances surrounding Moore's dismissal.