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University of Michigan fires football co-offensive coordinator Matt Weiss

By Jack Nissen
Published  January 20, 2023 2:04pm EST
Michigan Wolverines
FOX 2 Detroit

Michigan Football co-offensive coordinator Matt Weiss on leave amid investigation

The University of Michigan has placed offensive co-coordinator and quarterbacks coach Matt Weiss on leave as police investigate alleged computer crimes.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (FOX 2) - The University of Michigan has parted ways with the football team's co-offensive coordinator.

Matt Weiss, who was under investigation for alleged computer crimes, was fired by the UM Athletic Director Warde Manuel Friday afternoon, the school said in a statement. 

Weiss released a statement on Twitter shortly after news broke, saying he was proud of the work the team had achieved over the past two seasons. 

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"I have nothing but respect for the University of Michigan and the people who make it such a great place. I look forward to putting this matter behind me and returning my focus to the game that I love," he said on social media.