KENT, Ohio (AP) — Kent State fired coach Kenni Burns on Friday following an investigation related to his two-year tenure.
Athletic director Randale Richmond said in a statement that offensive coordinator Mark Carney would serve as the interim coach for the upcoming season with a national search taking place at the end of the year.
“At this time, our focus will be to support our student-athletes and provide them with the best opportunity to have a positive and competitive experience," Richmond added.
Kent State did not provide details on why Burns was fired.
Burns, who had a 1-23 record, was put on administrative leave with pay on March 27, a couple of days before the Golden Flashes began spring practices.