Alan Haller alluded to a rift between himself and people in “positions of significant influence” that caused his firing.

Emotional highs and massive lows dotted Alan Haller's time as Michigan State athletic director. The state of football ultimately proved his downfall.

Michigan State is parting ways with athletic director Alan Haller, the school announced Thursday. Men's basketball head coach Tom Izzo and deputy athletic director Jennifer Smith will serve as co-interim athletic directors as the university searches for a permanent replacement. Haller's last day will be May 11.