Shocking Scandal: Former Michigan Football Coach Matt Weiss Indicted for Hacking, Targeting 100+ Colleges, and Stealing Private Data of Thousands of Athletes in Disturbing Identity Theft Case… Read more
In a stunning turn of events, former Michigan football assistant coach Matt Weiss has been federally indicted on serious charges related to hacking and identity theft. The indictment, which includes 14 counts of unauthorized computer access and 10 counts of identity theft, has sent shockwaves through the college football world.
Weiss is accused of hacking into the computer accounts of thousands of college athletes, with a particular focus on intimate photos and videos. The investigation revealed that he allegedly targeted over 100 colleges, gaining unauthorized access to the personal and medical data of more than 150,000 athletes. Disturbingly, the majority of the victims were female student-athletes.
This alarming breach of privacy came to light after Weiss failed to cooperate with the investigation, leading to his dismissal from Michigan in January 2023. The details surrounding the case have left many questioning how someone in a position of trust and authority could exploit their access in such a troubling and harmful manner.
As the legal process unfolds, this case has raised broader concerns about cybersecurity, privacy protection, and the safety of student-athletes’ personal information. The ramifications of this scandal will likely continue to reverberate throughout the sports world as more details emerge.
