The tragic death of Mike Leach has baffled the football community. Not only were the players and fans upset, but many individuals beyond the athletic world were as well. The Mississippi State football coach received tributes days after his death. Celebrities like Matthew McConaughey, Patrick Mahomes, and others honored Coach Leach after his demise.
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During his tenure as Mississippi State football coach, Mike Leach established himself as a well-known figure. The Pirate would be a notable figure in college football, and his untimely death shocked everyone. Celebrities and athletes expressed their condolences and gratitude for the Bulldogs HC.
Matthew McConaughey joined Patrick Mahomes for Mike Leach
Matthew McConaughey authored a missive for his friend Mike Leach. He tweeted, “My friend Mike Leach moved on yesterday. One of the most curious, inventive, independent minded wild men to ever walk the earth. He was a gem like no other. Put a prayer up there for his wife Sharon and their kids.”
My friend Mike Leach moved on yesterday. One of the most curious, inventive, independent minded wild men to ever walk the earth. He was a gem like no other. Put a prayer up there for his his wife Sharon and their kids. pic.twitter.com/YnecDHFapr
— Matthew McConaughey (@McConaughey) December 13, 2022
Not just McConaughey, but several other people came forward for Mike Leach.
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Chiefs QB and Texas Tech Alum Patrick Mahomes also paid tribute to the coach.
Prayers to the Leach family!🙏🏽🙏🏽 True legend of the game!
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) December 13, 2022
Dak Prescott thanked coach Mike Leach for his impact on the college football world.
“My Thoughts & Prayers are with the Leach Family! Thank you for your Impact on the game and the Lives you coached! You will be missed, Rest Easy Pirate.“ pic.twitter.com/SkzhIGgTqh
— Dak Prescott (@dak) December 13, 2022
Former President Donald Trump also hailed the Bulldogs HC.
"…something he lived, and helped others to achieve for themselves. My deepest condolences to his wife Sharon, and family. Coach Mike Leach will be missed by us all."
— Stefan Krajisnik (@skrajisnik3) December 14, 2022
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey issued a statement after Mike Leach’s death.
Statement from @SEC Commissioner @GregSankey. pic.twitter.com/5K9JeBvfu8
— Southeastern Conference (@SEC) December 13, 2022
Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin bore homage to his cross-state competition.
— Lane Kiffin (@Lane_Kiffin) December 13, 2022
North Carolina Coach Mark Brown kept his thoughts with Leach’s family in such a difficult time.
Today is a sad day in the world of college football. Mike Leach was an innovative football mind, who kept us on our toes. I always enjoyed facing off with him over the years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mike's family and friends during this difficult time. 🙏💙🙏
— Mack Brown (@CoachMackBrown) December 13, 2022
Moreover, Cardinals HC Kliff Kingsbury paid homage to his college coach at Texas Tech.
We mourn the loss of Coach Mike Leach. Our thoughts are with his family and the Mississippi State football community.@KliffKingsbury shared his thoughts on the passing of his college coach. pic.twitter.com/Qb87WvqqFX
— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) December 13, 2022
Coach Mike Leach has touched a lot of lives with his association in the college football world.
After Mike Leach, who would take care of the Bulldogs?
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Coach Mike Leach’s death has shocked the college football world. The Bulldogs and everyone associated with the HC suffered a significant loss. The Mississippi State football program has been searching for a successor for Mike Leach, and defensive coordinator Zach Arnett is reportedly in line to take over.
Mississippi State and defensive coordinator Zach Arnett have agreed to terms to make him the school’s next head football coach, per ESPN’s @PeteThamel. pic.twitter.com/mwmQbZDsLI
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 14, 2022
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Mississippi State has agreed to promote Zach Arnett as the program’s next head coach, who will succeed Mike Leach. Arnett has agreed to a four-year contract that has yet to be approved. According to sources, they plan to establish it soon. Following the death of coach Leach, the football program took the step to stabilize the circumstances to keep the Bulldogs together.
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