“When we hired Kevin three years ago, we had very high hopes for our football program,” Arizona athletic director Dave Heeke said in a statement. “Unfortunately, we simply have not seen the results and upward trajectory in our program that we needed to, and I believe now is the time for a change in leadership. I thank Kevin for his service to the University of Arizona and wish him the very best in the future.”
Heeke said the school will honor the terms of Sumlin's existing contract, including a $7.5 million buyout.
Sumlin entered this year on the hot seat after the Wildcats closed the 2019 season with seven straight losses.