The UAB Blazers announced the firing of their head coach, and former Super Bowl Champion, and former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback, Trent Dilfer.
The school will hold a press conference tomorrow to give the details of Dilfer's firing.
Athletic Director Mark Ingram released a statement.
"We have made a decision to part ways with Head Football Coach Trent Dilfer. We agree that — unfortunately — our on-field performance has not lived up to the standard of winning we have for the program. This decision will allow us to move forward in the best long-term interest of the program. I have asked Alex Mortensen to serve as interim head coach to lead the team for the remainder of the season as we continue as a department and university to provide the support our student athletes need to compete. I wish Coach Dilfer the best and thank him for his class, tireless work and commitment during his tenure at UAB. While his efforts did not translate into a winning record, each young man who played for him will be a better person as a result."
The Blazers, who are currently 2-4, lost to Florida Atlantic 53-33 on Saturday night. Dilfer has been criticized not only for his coaching abilities but also for his attitude off the field as well.
Dilfer has been seen on the phone during games and seemingly not taking that much interest in the program. Dilfer's overall record as head coach is 9-21, and this was his first head coaching job in college.