The Atlanta Falcons dismissed assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis on Friday, shortly after announcing an investigation into sexual assault claims linked to his time at the University of Michigan. Lewis, hired by the Falcons earlier this month, was removed from his position as the organization responded to accusations dating back to 2023-24.
Falcons Respond to Allegations with Limited Statements
The team released a brief statement confirming Lewis’s firing:
“The Atlanta Falcons have dismissed assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis from his role.”
Prior to this action, the organization acknowledged awareness of the allegations and said they were gathering information but declined further comment. Lewis’s biography was promptly removed from the Falcons’ official website.
Details Surrounding the Sexual Assault Claims and Investigation
Claims against Lewis surfaced about two and a half weeks ago when podcast host Justin Spiro revealed that a woman accused Lewis of assaulting her during separate incidents while he was part of the Michigan football staff. The Ann Arbor Police Department confirmed they were recently notified of a sexual assault allegedly occurring on December 5, 2024. A spokesperson stated,
“The Ann Arbor Police Department was just recently made aware of allegations regarding a sexual assault reported to have occurred on December 5, 2024.”
They added,
“The AAPD Detective Bureau launched an immediate investigation into the incident. This investigation remains active and ongoing.”
The department also clarified that it does not release names of potential suspects until formal charges have been filed. Efforts to obtain a response from Lewis through social media received no immediate reply.
Context on Coaching Staff and Related Controversies
LaTroy Lewis worked alongside Sherrone Moore on the University of Michigan staff under head coach Jim Harbaugh before moving on to the Falcons. Moore, who took over as Michigan’s head coach in 2024, was fired in December 2025 following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. Prosecutors revealed that Moore allegedly forced his way into the former lover’s residence and threatened self-harm, stating,
“my blood is on your hands.”
He was arrested and charged with felony home invasion and two misdemeanors.
Career Background and Future Implications
At 32 years old, Lewis appeared to be an ascending figure within football coaching, having spent the 2025 season as defensive line coach at the University of Toledo before advancing to the NFL. The swift dismissal amid serious allegations raises urgent questions about vetting processes and accountability within football organizations. The ongoing investigation by the Ann Arbor Police Department will determine the next steps, influencing both Lewis’s career trajectory and the Falcons’ staffing decisions moving forward.
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