Madison.com · Jan 29, 2016
Warde Manuel back at Michigan as athletic director
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — As new athletic director Warde Manuel discussed his relationship with former teammate Jim Harbaugh, the Michigan football coach stood up and offered his incoming boss a hug and jersey.
"I used to be able to fit into this," said Manuel, who played defensive end for the Wolverines.
Michigan introduced Manuel as its AD on Friday, bringing back a well-regarded alumnus who played football under coach Bo Schembechler. Manuel is leaving his role as the AD at Connecticut to take a five-year deal at Michigan that starts March 14.
"He's very experienced at what he does," Harbaugh said. "He knows his job — there's no question about it. Glad to have him as our leader."