The Michigan Wolverines announced the dismissal of head coach Sherrone Moore on Wednesday, December 10th. Biff Poggi will step in as interim head coach for the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl against the Texas Longhorns, but his role is temporary.
With Moore’s exit, Michigan has initiated their search for a permanent head coach. Speculation is rife about potential replacements, with Kalen Deboer and Jedd Fisch emerging as front-runners according to Kalshi odds.
Michigan’s Next Head Coach Odds at Kalshi
Kalshi is currently providing markets on who will be the Wolverines’ next head coach.
Here are the current odds for Michigan’s next head coach (via Kalshi), listed in numerical order:
- Kalen Deboer (Alabama) – 26%
- Jedd Fisch (Washington) – 26%
- Kenny Dillingham (Arizona State) – 14%
- Jesse Minter (Los Angeles Chargers) – 8%
- Jon Gruden (Barstool Sports) – 7%
- Brian Daboll (Open to Work) – 4%
- Lincoln Riley (USC) – 3%
- Brian Kelly (Open to Work) – 3%
- Joe Brady (Buffalo Bills OC) – 2%
Kalshi market rules indicate that outcomes will be verified by major outlets like ESPN, Fox Sports, and The New York Times. Payout times vary, but Kalshi expects this market to settle 30 minutes after the final decision. With Michigan eager to secure a new head coach, a decision is anticipated soon.
Minter Unlikely to Return
While speculation continues about Michigan’s next head coach, Jesse Minter’s return seems improbable. Due to the Harbaugh-era sanctions and the recent scouting scandal, former assistants may be wary of rejoining. Minter is also succeeding with the Los Angeles Chargers, making his return to Michigan less likely.
Michigan Coach Odds at Other Prediction Market Apps
Kalshi isn’t the only prediction market app offering odds on Michigan’s next head coach. At Polymarket, for example, Kalen Deboer is listed at 51%, and Chris Kleiman is considered Moore’s most likely replacement at 52%, despite Kleiman not being listed at Kalshi.
Polymarket is set to return to the U.S. soon, providing American traders another option for Michigan head coach replacement contracts.
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