Man, I swear. Nobody’s feeling the heartbreak harder than Tulane fans right now, and they got every reason to feel what they feel. The Green Wave came into the AAC championship game riding high on a stellar 9-3 season. But when it mattered most, their head coach, Jon Sumrall, went MIA—or so fans are saying. Army rolled into the game like a freight train and Tulane? They got flat-lined on national TV. Now, the internet’s ablaze, pointing out fingers at Sumrall’s rumored interest in the UNC job as the ultimate distraction. Is it fair, or just fan rage?? Either way, Sumrall’s catching stray.

Jon Sumrall arrived at Tulane in December 2023. Tulane fans felt like early Christmas Gift, fresh off a killer run at Troy where he went 23-4. Look, the guy’s got coaching chops—no doubt about it. But on game-day, his game plan fell apart like a cheap umbrella in a hurricane. Army head coach Jeff Monken and his squad had one mission: run the ball. And boy, did they deliver.

The Army Black Knight ran the ball 55 times. That’s over 98% of their plays—straight up video game stats. Their QB, Bryson Daily? He passed twice (completed both, of course) and then used his legs to run circles around Tulane’s defense, racking up 4 rushing touchdowns. Meanwhile, Jon Sumrall stood like having a glitch in his system. Boy, the Army’s run-game had Tulane Green Waves D-line rolling on their knees. By the time the final whistle blew, Army had embarrassed Tulane 35-14—the lowest score of Sumrall’s tenure. Fans were furious, and whispers about the UNC job started to sound more like screams.

The Internet and Tulane Fans went ‘Hard’ on Jon Sumrall on X

The Tulane fans ain’t gonna forgive Jon Sumrall for this, they ain’t gonna let this slide for like that, the Green waves nation and football fans went on internet to nuke the head coach Jon Sumrall for UNC job had to the reason for today’s embarrassing defeat.

One fan stated, “Is Jon Sumrall aware that Army runs the option??? Or is he too busy looking at the UNC job right now?” Tulane fans didn’t hold back on social media, and this comment? It’s the chef’s kiss of roasting. Army’s triple-option offense isn’t exactly a state secret—it’s been their bread and butter for decades. But on Saturday, it seemed like Sumrall never got the memo. And Tulane’s D-line looked like they’d never seen a run play in their lives. Fans are literally convinced Sumrall’s mind was already in Chapel Hill, designing plays for the Tar Heels instead of stopping Army’s ground game.

Another fan came in hot, “Jon Sumrall already packed for UNC?” suggesting Sumrall had his suitcase ready for the North Carolina job. And honestly? The way Tulane played, it felt like their coach was halfway out the door.

One user put it smart, “Jon Sumrall put his two weeks in lmao.” joked that Sumrall had already submitted his 2-weeks resignation, and Saturday was just a formality. It’s a brutal take, but it reflects the frustration of Tulane supporters who’ve watched their team overachieve all season—only to crash and burn when the stakes were highest.

The internet was not ready to let this go, “If I hear after the game that Jon Sumrall was interviewing for job X and that caused a distraction” Rumors about UNC interviewing Sumrall during championship week have fans fuming. Whether it’s true or not, the perception is enough to light a fire under Tulane’s faithful.

Another Tulane was not having at all, “Jon Sumrall’s last game is today. Hopefully, we get rid of stoops next.” Ouch. Man, this poor performance had Bob Stoops simply catching strays. Fans not only want Sumrall out—they’re calling for a clean sweep of his coaching tree. This kind of venom shows just how deep the disappointment runs. Look, Tulane fans didn’t just want a win; they needed it. A shot at the College Football Playoff was slim, but Saturday’s loss made it nonexistent. And for that, Sumrall’s taking the fall.

Jon Sumrall’s fiery personality and coaching talent made him a hero in Tulane—until now. The UNC rumors have cast a long shadow over his leadership, and Saturday’s meltdown only poured gasoline on the fire. Whether he stays or goes, one thing’s for sure: Sumrall has some serious damage control to do. Tulane fans might forgive, but they’ll never forget this playoff heartbreak. And even if Sumrall does head to UNC? He better bring his A-game, because the Tar Heels won’t tolerate distractions, either.