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Bo Schembechler's son to go public on Dr. Anderson abuse, father's failure to protect him

The son of legendary Michigan football coach Bo Schembechler will share with the public that he is among those sexually abused by former team doctor Robert Anderson.

And he will tell the world about his father's "failure to protect him and other athletes, according to a news release.

During a Thursday news conference, Matt Schembechler will be joined by his attorney and two former Michigan players to speak about their experiences.

Matt Schembechler was one of three sons that Bo's first wife, Millie, had from a previous relationship and was adopted by Bo once the couple married in 1968.