Alex ButlerWed, November 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM UTC·2 min readNov. 26 (UPI) -- UConn's Jim Mora will leave head coach job to accept that position at Colorado State, Huskies athletic director David Benedict announced Wednesday.
Benedict said offensive coordinator Gordie Sammis will serve as interim coach while the Huskies conduct a national search for a permanent replacement.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement"We appreciate coach Mora's contributions to our many achievements on the gridiron, including 27 wins and bowl game eligibility in three of the last four years, along with back-to-back, nine-win seasons for the first time ever," Benedict said in a news release.
"The accomplishments reflect the strength of our UConn brand, and a confidence that this program can continue to be a source of great pride for the citizens of our state and Husky fans everywhere."
Mora, 64, led the Huskies to a 6-7 record in 2022, his first season. The Huskies went 3-9 in 2023. Mora's Huskies went 9-4 in 2024. The Huskies are 9-3 this season, tying their mark from 2003 for the best record in program history.
The 2025 Huskies, who have the nation's eighth-best passing attack, rank 15th in points per game (36.9). They rank 78th in points allowed per game (25.8).
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementMora led UCLA to a 46-30 record from 2012 through 2017. He owns an overall record of 73-53.
The Colorado State Rams (2-9) are on a five-game losing streak. They dismissed former head coach Jay Norvell in October after a 2-5 start. Norvell led the Rams to an 18-26 record over four seasons, including an 8-5 mark in 2024.
Interim coach Tyson Summers, who previously served as defensive coordinator, led the Rams to an 0-4 mark. The Rams will host Air Force at 3 p.m. EST Friday in Fort Collins, Colo.
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