Mark Stoops is out at Kentucky.

The university is firing Stoops after 13 seasons leading the Wildcats football program, according to multiple reports.

The decision comes after Kentucky went 5-7 this season following a 4-8 2024 campaign and ends Stoops’ run — as he brought consistency to the Wildcats and led the team to a bowl game from 2016-23.

Kentucky will now owe Stoops a buyout worth roughly $38 million, and it is due to him within 60 days of his firing, On3 reported .

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops greets players during the senior day celebration before the game against the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles at Kroger Field. Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

However, the outlet also reported that the two sides have agreed to spread the payments out over several years.

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