Following the University of Connecticut Huskies' resounding Fenway Bowl triumph over the North Carolina Tar Heels, head football coach Jim Mora has publicly accused other schools of attempting to poach his players. Mora, whose team finished the season with an impressive 9-4 record, took to social media to express his frustration, sharing a photo of himself with the championship trophy.

In his post, Mora directly addressed the alleged rule-breakers: "A note to the schools and coaches who have disregarded NCAA regulations by tampering with our players: We are aware of your actions and will pursue every available means to hold you accountable." He emphasized the program's success, suggesting that other teams feel compelled to resort to illicit tactics to compete. Mora concluded with a stern warning: "Think twice before tampering with our players."

The issue of tampering within college football has been a growing concern, particularly surrounding the transfer portal. Several high-profile coaches, including Nick Saban and Deion Sanders, have faced tampering accusations. Conversely, coaches like former Washington State's Jake Dickert have openly discussed the prevalence of tampering, and UAB's Trent Dilfer has cautioned against the practice. The NCAA has been urged to strengthen its regulations regarding the transfer portal and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals to address these concerns.