 In 2013, Sam Ukwuachu transferred to Baylor after requesting to be released from Boise State, to be closer to home.Citing his depression and erratic behavior, the Boise State football program dismissed Ukwuachu.It is widely rumored that Ukwuachu was dismissed from the Boise State football team due to domestic violence or sexual assault events, claims reported by "Texas Monthly", both of which are denied by Boise State.