Kent State University fired football head coach Kenni Burns due to multiple violations of his contract, particularly related to his personal credit card usage. The university cited significant and intentional breaches of policies regarding his personal card expenditures as a primary reason for his termination. Burns had faced legal action for unpaid credit card purchases exceeding his limit, which was resolved when he made payment.
Burns, who posted a farewell message expressing gratitude for his time at Kent State, had a challenging coaching record with only one win in two seasons. Offensive coordinator Mark Carney will serve as interim coach for the upcoming season while the university conducts a national search for a permanent replacement. Kent State's upcoming football schedule includes matchups against notable teams like Texas Tech, Florida State, and Oklahoma.