Mark Thomas Stoops (born July 9, 1967) is an American college football coach and former player. He most recently served as the head football coach for the University of Kentucky from 2013 …

Kentucky has fired the Southeastern Conference’s longest-tenured coach, ending Mark Stoops’ tenure in his 13th season with the Wildcats after back-to-back losing records.

Dec 8, 2025 · Mark Stoops and the University of Kentucky reached a buyout agreement. Here's how much the former Kentucky football coach is owed after his firing.

Dec 8, 2025 · Mark Stoops agreed to have his $37 million buyout paid out over five years.

Dec 2, 2025 · Mark Stoops Bio: Everything you need to know about the winningest head coach in Kentucky Wildcats' football history.

The longest-termed coach in Kentucky history and having the longest term of any current coach in the Southeastern Conference, Mark Stoops looks to add to his legacy of success entering his …

Jun 27, 2025 · What happens when a coach with a $37.5 million buyout lands on one of college football’s hottest seats? After a disastrous 4-8 season that snapped Kentucky’s eight-year …

Dec 5, 2024 · LEXINGTON, KY – Mark Stoops, the longest-serving head coach in Kentucky Wildcats football history, has officially announced his retirement, ending an extraordinary …

Aug 29, 2025 · Pressure is mounting for Mark Stoops to turn things around. Here's a look at his current contract with UK, including details on his buyout clause.

Aug 21, 2025 · Mark Stoops enters 2025 under scrutiny after UK's 4-8 campaign in 2024. Buyout cost, track record and AD support make firing Stoops unlikely this year. Roster overhaul and …