Mike Leach’s flirtation with the SEC – something that began two years ago when Leach was in line to take the job at Tennessee – finally culminated early Thursday afternoon, when the Washington State coach was officially hired to coach Mississippi State.
Looks like the Mike Leach era in Pullman has come to an end, eight years, 55 wins, six bowl games and a multitude of Pac-12 passing records later. https://t.co/2ZUoCGUFWA
Mississippi State will be Leach’s last job. It’s closer to home, it’s closer to his family. It’s a challenge. He likes all those things. And the barbecue is better.
Mike Leach @HailStateFB and Lane Kiffin @OleMissFB?????
The football Gods decided to give us all a treat. Things about to get really interesting in the state of Mississippi!
On Jan. 8, 2019, it was reported that Leach had interviewed with Mississippi State AD John Cohen in Key West, Florida.
Leach signed an extension to stay in Pullman through the 2024 season.
Prior to signing his extension, Leach was rumored to be in the running for several SEC jobs.
In Leach’s final two games at Washington State, the Cougars lost to rival Washington in the Apple Cup for the seventh straight season, and Air Force in the Cheez-It Bowl.
