Blake Anderson calls investigation that led to his firing as Utah State football coach a ‘sham’

Former Utah State football coach Blake Anderson’s response to the school’s termination letter says he was fired for “convenience,” not for cause, and that the investigation that led to his dismissal was a “sham.”

Anderson’s attorney, Tom Mars, posted excerpts Friday on social media from the 70-page response that was provided to the school earlier this week. Anderson’s firing was made official Thursday. Utah State notified him of its intent to dismiss for cause July 2 after an investigation...