Overview

• Kent State University terminated head coach Kenni Burns following an investigation into his two-year tenure, which included a winless 2024 season.
• Offensive coordinator Mark Carney has been named interim head coach, with a national search for a permanent replacement planned after the 2025 season.
• Burns' record at Kent State was 1-23, with the team being outscored 529-167 during the 2024 season.
• The university has not provided details on the reasons for Burns' firing, fueling speculation and public interest in the decision.
• Burns’ lawyer announced plans to sue the university, alleging the termination was meritless and aimed at restoring his client's reputation.