Yardbarker
x
Cincinnati's John Brannen fired after investigation into program
The issue seems to be that many players clashed with John Brannen over his style. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer via Imagn Content Services, LLC

John Brannen’s tenure as head coach of the Cincinnati Bearcats was brief.

Brannen has been fired by Cincinnati, the school announced on Friday. The news comes a week after Brannen was placed on paid leave amid an investigation.

Cincinnati began looking into the program after six players entered the transfer portal during a one-week span in March. Brannen did not break any rules as coach, and there were reportedly no allegations of abuse. The issue seems to be that many players clashed with Brannen over his style.

Brannen, 47, spent only two years on the job at Cincinnati. The program went 20-10 in his first season and won the conference. The Bearcats were just 12-11 this past season.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

More must-reads:

Customize Your Newsletter

+

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.