Texas Southern University's Athletics Director, Dr. Kevin Granger, has denied reports that the school has decided to part ways with Head Football Coach Clarence McKinney. HBCU Sports initially reported that McKinney's contract would not be renewed after it expires on December 15. However, Granger stated that the article is inaccurate and that a decision will be made after the season concludes. McKinney has been the head coach at Texas Southern since 2018 and has compiled a record of 12-34. While he has never had a winning season, the team's record of 5-6 in 2022 was its best in a decade. The 2023 season has been challenging for Texas Southern, with a 3-7 record so far, but McKinney recently secured a significant win against Alcorn State. The final decision on McKinney's future with the program will be made after the team's last game against Arkansas-Pine Bluff.