Michigan AD Warde Manuel Receives $7 Million Separation Package

Warde Manuel has overseen Michigan’s athletic department since 2021, guiding the program through several championship runs. University officials, citing performance reviews and budget restructuring, negotiated a departure agreement with him.

The deal includes a $7 million lump‑sum payment and a set of confidential conditions. Analysts suggest the exit could reshape future leadership and financial planning for the Wolverines.