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Kenni Burns, Kent State’s 23rd football coach in program history, gives his opening remarks at his first Kent State press conference Dec. 16, 2022.

Kent State fired Kenni Burns after investigation into six-figure loan, misuse of purchasing card

Anthony Leonardi, Sports Content Manager April 29, 2025

Editor's Note: This story was updated to reflect Mike Awad is the former owned of  Laziza. Ryan Metcalf purchased the restaurant in September 2024, before any allegation of impropriety between Awad and...

New Kent State football coach Kenni Burns (center) poses with university athletic director Randale Richmond (left) and university president Todd Diacon (right) at Burns’ first press conference Dec. 16, 2022. Courtesy of Kent State Athletics

Here’s a look into football coach Kenni Burns’ termination letter, who will lead team next season

John Hilber, Sports Editor April 17, 2025

After violating the terms of his contract, coach Kenni Burns has been terminated from his position with the Kent State football team — his last day on the team is April 15. A letter was sent to Burns...

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