By Jocko Connelly

11 10 2024

Kennesaw, GA — Kennesaw State University announced today that Brian Bohannon has decided to step down as head football coach, marking the end of a transformative era for the Owls.

“Coach Brian Bohannon informed me this morning that he has decided to step down as our head football coach,” said KSU Director of Athletics Milton Overton. “I want to express my sincere appreciation to Coach Bohannon and his family for their dedication to Kennesaw State University and our football program over the past 11 years. Coach Bohannon led Kennesaw State into the football era, poured his heart and soul into this program, and represented our university with the highest standards of professionalism and character.”

Under Coach Bohannon’s leadership, Kennesaw State’s football program quickly grew to national recognition. Building the program from the ground up, he led the Owls to become one of the most successful startup teams in FCS history within just five years. His unwavering commitment to excellence helped lay the groundwork for KSU’s transition to the Football Bowl Subdivision and its move this season to Conference USA.

Co-Offensive Coordinator Chandler Burks will assume the role of interim head coach for the remainder of the season. A foundational part of Kennesaw State’s football program, Burks was named the 2018 FCS National Performer of the Year and was a runner-up for the Walter Payton Award. His dedication and achievements will be honored this year with his induction into the KSU Athletics Hall of Fame.

“Our focus remains on our student-athletes. Chandler and the coaching staff are ready to support and lead our team through the final three games of the season,” Overton added. “We have two more home games this season (Nov. 16 and Nov. 23) and I am confident that Owl Nation will continue to rally around our team and show their support.”

A nationwide search will commence immediately to find the Owls’ next head football coach.

COURTESY KENNESAW STATE ATHLETICS