The Michigan Wolverines, led by head coach Sherrone Moore and defensive coordinator Wink Martindale, are ready for a transformative 2025 season. This dynamic team combines innovative methods and seasoned knowledge to lead the Wolverines to new heights in collegiate football.
Michigan Wolverines Coaching Staff
Head Coach, Sherrone Moore
In January 2024, Moore took over as head coach, following Jim Harbaugh. Moore joined Michigan in 2018 as a tight ends coach before moving on to become an offensive line coach and co-offensive coordinator.
His leadership helped secure consecutive Joe Moore Awards for the nation’s best offensive line in 2021 and 2022. Notably, Moore served as interim head coach for pivotal games in the 2023 season, leading the Wolverines to victories against top-ranked opponents such as Ohio State.
Moore’s coaching experience:
- 2009-11: Louisville, GA (Offense)
- 2012-13: Louisville, TEs
- 2014-16: Central Michigan, TEs
- 2017: Central Michigan, Assistant Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator/TEs
- 2018-2020: Michigan, TEs
- 2021-22: Michigan, OL/Co-OC
- 2023: Michigan, OL/OC
- 2024-Present: Michigan, HC
Defensive Coordinator, Wink Martindale
Wink Martindale, the former defensive coordinator for the New York Giants, has joined Michigan’s coaching staff after a departure characterized by disagreements with Giants head coach Brian Daboll. Martindale’s transfer to Michigan has been noteworthy, with his defensive techniques playing an important role in the team’s success.
Offensive Coordinator, Chip Lindsey
Lindsey joined the Wolverines in December 2024 as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. Before his time at Michigan, Lindsey was the offensive coordinator at the University of North Carolina for two seasons, where he directed an attack that finished eighth nationally in 2023.
His coaching resume includes positions as offensive coordinator at Southern Mississippi, Arizona State, Auburn, and UCF, as well as head coach at Troy University. Lindsey’s significant expertise in developing quarterbacks is believed to be a valuable addition to Michigan’s offensive strategy.
Offensive Run Game Coordinator/Running Backs, Tony Alford
Alford joined Michigan’s coaching staff in 2024 as the offensive run game coordinator and running back coach.
Alford offers extensive expertise from his prior responsibilities at Ohio State, where he coached running backs and contributed to three Big Ten championships. His experience building top-tier running backs is expected to help Michigan’s ground offense.
Offensive Pass Game Coordinator/Wide Receivers, Ron Bellamy
Bellamy, a former Michigan wide receiver, returned to his alma mater in 2021 and has been coaching wide receivers since. Before joining the Wolverines, Bellamy was the head coach at West Bloomfield High School in Detroit for 11 years, where he built a reputation for developing new talent.
His extensive knowledge of the game and good recruiting connections have been vital in the development of Michigan’s receiving unit.
Tight Ends, Steve Casula
Casula rejoined the Michigan staff as tight ends coach in 2024, following a stint as an analyst from 2019 to 2021. He served as offensive coordinator at UMass from 2022 to 2023, working under former Michigan defensive coordinator Don Brown.
Casula previously coached at Western Michigan, Davenport, and Ferris State. His familiarity with the program and offensive acumen could help Michigan’s tight ends develop.
Offensive Line, Grant Newsome
Newsome was promoted to offensive line coach in 2024 after working as an assistant for Sherrone Moore. Newsome, a former Michigan OL, had his playing career cut short due to injuries, prompting him to get into coaching.
His practical knowledge and commitment to the program are important in improving the Wolverines’ offensive line.
Defensive Line, Lou Esposito
Esposito joined Michigan’s coaching staff in 2024 as defensive line coach. Before his selection, Esposito was the defensive coordinator and defensive line coach at Western Michigan University.
His significant experience coaching defensive fronts is expected to improve Michigan’s defensive line performance.
Linebackers, Brian Jean-Mary
Jean-Mary returned to Michigan in 2024 as the linebackers’ coach and defensive run game coordinator. Before coaching at Tennessee, he had the same post with the Wolverines in 2020.
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Jean-Mary’s previous coaching experience includes working under Sherrone Moore at Louisville. His experience is believed to be essential in strengthening Michigan’s linebacker corps.
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