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- Kenni Burns, the former Kent State University football coach, filed a lawsuit over his April 2025 firing.
- He targets Kent State University and officials for wrongful termination, breach of contract, and defamation.
- Burns says the firing was part of a money-saving conspiracy after a 1-23 record.
- He alleges improper purchasing-card training and receipts for disputed expenses.
- The suit cites unpaid salary and a booster loan; Kent State has not commented.
