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By RALPH D. RUSSO and LARRY LAGE, Associated Press
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By RALPH D. RUSSO and LARRY LAGE, Associated Press
There was no reason given for Partridge's removal. The firing happens as the school is in the throes of a cheating scandal after they were accused of illegally stealing signs from other teams.
The reason for Michigan's capitulation seems a bit clearer, as Warde Manuel announced this morning that linebackers coach Chris Partridge has been relieved. "Effective today, Chris Partridge has been relieved of his duties as a member of the Michigan Football staff. Rick Minter will serve as the team’s linebackers coach." It appears that the investigation uncovered either prior knowledge of the scheme by Partridge, active cover-up, or both. Several people at Michigan confirmed that the players were interviewed this week. Stalions reported to Partridge, but according to people ...
With Michigan firing former linebackers coach Chris Partridge, the sign-stealing scandal is about to be so, so much worse. We have not seen the end of this in Ann Arbor, alright. Buckle up!
Michigan linebackers coach Chris Partridge, who rejoined the program this season, has been fired, as the NCAA continues an investigation into an alleged sign-stealing scheme within the Michigan football program.