The rapid and public disintegration of Sherrone Moore’s career has left the college football world scrambling to understand the woman at the center of the scandal: Paige Shiver.
What began as a vague statement about an “inappropriate relationship” has evolved into a criminal case involving stalking, home invasion, and a complex web of workplace power dynamics.
Below is the definitive timeline of Shiver’s background, her relationship with Moore, and the conflicting narratives surrounding the events that brought down the Michigan head coach.
Who Is Paige Shiver?
Early Life & Family Connections: Paige Shiver, 32, was born into a football family. She is the daughter of Jeff Shiver, a highly respected NFL scout who has spent over 30 years with the Chicago Bears. Her father is considered a fixture in the league, having survived multiple regime changes in Chicago—a rarity in the scouting world.
Education & Health Battles: Shiver attended Purdue University, graduating with a degree in Retail Management. Her college years were marked by a significant health challenge. In 2016, she was profiled by the Chicago Bears after being diagnosed with Pompe disease, a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to break down glycogen, leading to muscle weakness and fatigue. At the time, she was praised for her resilience in managing the condition while maintaining an active lifestyle.
Career Path to Michigan
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Pre-2022: Worked in various retail and operational roles.
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2022: Hired by the University of Michigan Athletics Department as an Assistant Recruiting & Operations Coordinator.
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2024: Following Sherrone Moore’s promotion to permanent head coach, Shiver was promoted to Executive Assistant to the Head Coach. This role made her the “gatekeeper” for the football program, placing her in daily, intimate proximity to Moore.
The Relationship Timeline
While the university’s investigation only recently came to light, prosecutors revealed during Moore’s arraignment that the relationship was not a brief fling.
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2022-2023: Shiver joins the staff. Moore is the Offensive Coordinator. While the exact start date of the relationship is unknown, prosecutors stated in court that the two had been involved for “several years,” suggesting the affair likely began before Moore became head coach. It is not known, and it is likely to be debated, who pursued whom in the relationship. It should be noted that both parties, the University and the police, confirm that the relationship was fully consensual between two legal-age adults.
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January 2024: Moore is named Head Coach. Shiver is promoted to his executive assistant shortly after.
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September 2025: Rumors of the relationship reportedly become an “open secret” within Schembechler Hall, according to college football insiders.
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November 2025: An anonymous tip sparks a university investigation. However, the inquiry reportedly stalls due to a lack of concrete evidence. A private firm is brought in to find dirt on Moore.
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Dec. 10, 2025 (The Turning Point): The investigation breaks open. Reports indicate Shiver cooperated with Athletic Director Warde Manuel, providing the “credible evidence” (texts/proof) needed to fire Moore.
The Breakup: Why Did She Turn on Him?
Two conflicting theories have emerged regarding why Shiver cooperated with the investigation that ended Moore’s career.
Theory A: The University Pressure: Some sources suggest that Michigan officials, desperate to fire Moore “for cause” to save $16.5 million, pressured Shiver to come forward. In this scenario, she cooperated to save her own job and avoid being swept up in the termination.
Theory B: The “Scorned Woman” & Stalking: The more prevailing narrative, supported by the criminal charges, is that Shiver attempted to end the relationship, sparking volatile behavior from Moore.
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According to the 911 call, Shiver claimed Moore had been “stalking her for months.”
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This suggests a dynamic in which Moore refused to let the relationship go, leading Shiver to go to the administration not just to save her job but to seek protection from an increasingly possessive partner.
The Final Altercation: Discrepancies in the Story
The events of Wednesday evening have two versions: the initial panic of the 911 call and the legal reality presented in court.
The 911 Call (The Panic)
“Caller told her there’s a male at the location and he’s been stalking her for months,” one dispatcher relayed. “The subject is suicidal after losing his job today.”
911 dispatch audio from around 4 p.m, then just before 4:30 p.m. Wednesday is shedding light on the dramatic… pic.twitter.com/ultibmEgHU
— Erika Erickson (@ErikaEricksontv) December 11, 2025
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Claim: Shiver told dispatchers Moore had “attacked her” and was armed with a knife.
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Implication: A violent, predatory home invasion.
The Prosecutor’s Statement (The Reality)
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Entry: Moore did not kick down a door. He entered through an unlocked door without permission.
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The Knife: Moore grabbed “several butter knives and scissors” from the kitchen, but prosecutors clarified he used them to threaten self-harm, telling Shiver, “My blood is on your hands.”
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The Assault: There was no physical stabbing. The “assault” charge stems from the terror Shiver felt during his erratic behavior.
The Employment Controversy: Why Does She Still Have a Job?
As of Friday, Paige Shiver remains listed as an employee of the University of Michigan. This has sparked outrage among fans who ask: Why is the head coach fired, but the staffer he was with keeps her job?
The Policy Explanation: University HR policies regarding relationships almost always penalize the supervisor.
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As Head Coach, Moore held power over Shiver regardless of whether Shiver pursued him or not.
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Institutional policy typically views the subordinate in such relationships as unable to provide true consent due to the power imbalance.
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Therefore, Moore is viewed as the predator/violator of policy, while Shiver is viewed legally as the victim or a protected class, especially if she cooperated with the investigation. Moore never got a chance to tell his side of the story, so for now, hers is the only one that matters to Michigan, and she has clearly painted herself as a victim as opposed to a co-conspirator in the affair.
The Racial & Cultural Fallout
Beyond the football field, the scandal has ignited a firestorm of debate regarding race, privilege, and justice.
The “Michigan Man” & Donor Politics: Moore’s firing has ripped the scabs off an uncomfortable reality in Ann Arbor: despite being an important part of the team during its National Championship run and beating Ohio State twice as acting and then head coach, reports suggest Moore never fully won over the program’s ultra-wealthy donor class.
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Withholding Cash: Reports indicate that key boosters threatened to withhold NIL funding and donations if the university did not find a way to move on from Moore.
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The “Fit”: Critics point out that “Michigan Man” is a term often weaponized to exclude those who don’t fit a specific, traditional mold. For a Black head coach, the margin for error was nonexistent. While white coaches are often given years to build a culture, Moore was seemingly judged not on his potential but on a “prove it” basis that expired the moment he slipped up.
Redemption vs. Ruin: The Double Standard: The most glaring aspect of the fallout is how differently Black and white coaches are treated when scandal strikes. History suggests that while Moore may be exiled, his white counterparts are often rehabilitated.
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Bobby Petrino: Famously crashed a motorcycle with his mistress (a staffer he hired) on the back, lied to the university, and was fired in disgrace. He was eventually hired back by Louisville and is now the OC at Arkansas.
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Steve Sarkisian: Fired from USC for alcohol-related incidents and conduct issues. He was rehabilitated under Nick Saban and handed the keys to the Texas Longhorns.
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Lane Kiffin: Fired on a tarmac by USC after a string of controversies. He is now the celebrated head coach at LSU. Check out the Kiffin Files.
The “Karen” Narrative & Dr. Umar Cultural commentators, including Dr. Umar Johnson, have seized on the story as a textbook example of the dangers Black men face in interracial relationships.
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The Argument: Critics argue that white women in these relationships often wield their “victimhood” as a weapon when the relationship sours. They point to Shiver’s ability to “turn” on Moore—calling the police and the administration—resulting in a Black man losing his career and freedom while she retains her job and anonymity, as a display of systemic racial power dynamics.
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The Sentiment: “She played the victim, and he went to jail.”
The Accountability Perspective: Conversely, many argue that framing Moore as a victim removes his agency.
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The Argument: Moore was a married man in a position of highest authority who engaged in a years-long affair. He chose to drive to her house, walk in uninvited, and grab a knife.
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The Sentiment: Infidelity and stalking are choices. If Moore had remained faithful or simply walked away when the affair ended, he would still be the head coach. Blaming Shiver for his erratic reaction, they argue, is misogynistic deflection.
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Sexual Discipline: However, the introduction of Mia Sorety and other alleged affairs has strengthened the argument for personal accountability. Moore was a married man in a position of highest authority who allegedly juggled multiple women, including his subordinate and online models, while leading a major program.
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The Hard Truth: Critics argue that Moore cannot be a victim of a “setup” or “white privilege” when his own actions—walking into a home uninvited, grabbing a knife, and texting models during games—provided the ammunition for his downfall. Infidelity is a choice, and the sheer volume of reckless behavior suggests that if it hadn’t been Paige Shiver, it would have eventually been someone else.
The “White Privilege” Debate: A middle ground exists among observers who believe Moore is guilty, but that Shiver is also escaping accountability due to privilege.
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The Argument: While Moore deserves to be fired, Shiver knowingly engaged in a relationship with a married boss for years. Her ability to pivot from “willing participant” to “protected witness” sits uncomfortably with those who believe it takes two to tango.
The only thing almost everyone agrees upon is that the real victims in this situation aren’t Shiver, who knew she was sleeping with a married man, or Moore, who knew that being a black head coach, especially at an institution like Michigan, meant he couldn’t have any slip-ups. The real victims are Moore’s family, the current players, and incoming recruits who believed in Moore.
Moore is currently out on bond, awaiting his next court date. Shiver has not issued a public statement.
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