Grand Rapids, MI – Former University of Michigan co-offensive coordinator and Baltimore Ravens assistant coach, Matt Weiss, is at the center of a disturbing case that has shocked both the sports world and the public. Weiss, who was indicted in March 2025, is facing serious charges of identity theft and unauthorized computer access. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Weiss allegedly hacked into the accounts of more than 2,000 athletes and students across the country, accessing private, intimate photos and videos without their consent.
The investigation revealed that Weiss had been exploiting his access to social media, email, and cloud storage accounts of athletes and alumni, most of whom were women. Over a period spanning from 2015 to 2023, Weiss allegedly searched for explicit content, which he collected for personal use. Authorities seized thousands of private images and videos from his electronic devices and cloud accounts, many of which depicted victims in compromising, explicit situations.
Court filings from the Department of Justice have further detailed the nature of the images discovered. Investigators found thousands of candid, intimate photographs and videos, including many showing victims naked or engaged in explicit sexual acts. The scale and the nature of the invasion of privacy have led to widespread condemnation.
Weiss, who was fired from the University of Michigan in 2023 during an internal investigation, has pleaded not guilty to all charges. His defense team has refrained from commenting on the ongoing case. At the time of his dismissal, Weiss had been a key figure in the Michigan Wolverines’ football program, helping lead the team to a 13-1 record and a berth in the College Football Playoff. Prior to his time at Michigan, he spent more than a decade with the Baltimore Ravens, contributing to the team’s offensive strategies.
The allegations have sent shockwaves through the football community, with prominent figures such as Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh and Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh both calling the accusations “shocking.” The Harbaugh brothers, who had worked closely with Weiss, expressed disbelief over the nature of the charges.
Legal action is already underway. Parker Stinar, an attorney representing some of the victims, has filed a lawsuit against Weiss, the University of Michigan, and an external technology vendor involved in the case. Stinar is calling for the court to order the release of further evidence regarding the hacking activities. The university, which has remained silent on the lawsuits thus far, is expected to formally respond in the coming weeks.
The case has raised significant concerns about privacy, particularly in the context of college athletics. Many are questioning how such an invasion of privacy could have occurred within a major university and what steps institutions must take to safeguard the personal information of students and athletes.
As the legal proceedings continue, the investigation has placed a spotlight on the vulnerabilities in the digital age, where personal data is often more accessible than ever before. The outcome of these cases may have far-reaching implications, not only for Weiss and the University of Michigan but for the broader conversation around privacy rights and cybersecurity in educational and sports institutions.
