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Former Coach Sues Michigan, Claims Wrongful Termination

3/12/2026

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Chris Partridge, former Michigan assistant football coach, filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against University of Michigan and Warde Manuel.
He alleges he was fired in November 2023 amid NCAA sign-stealing investigation involving Connor Stalions.
Partridge says he was scapegoated and that university spread false information about his conduct.
The NCAA later cleared him of wrongdoing.
Partridge seeks damages to restore his name and return to coaching after Seattle Seahawks service.

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Chris Partridge, former Michigan assistant football coach, filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against University of Michigan and Warde Manuel.
He alleges he was fired in November 2023 amid NCAA sign-stealing investigation involving Connor Stalions.
Partridge says he was scapegoated and that university spread false information about his conduct.
The NCAA later cleared him of wrongdoing.
Partridge seeks damages to restore his name and return to coaching after Seattle Seahawks service.