Several legends across the college football world joined in remembering Mississippi State coach Mike Leach, including Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin. 'I truly loved coach Leach and every minute I shared with him,' Kiffin said. Read his full statement here:
, who served as a head coach with Texas Tech, Washington State and Mississippi State over 21 seasons. Kiffin worked alongside Leach in the Pac-12 before getting into the SEC, coaching Southern California while Leach led Washington State.24-22 against Ole Miss in the 95th edition of the annual Egg Bowl rivalry game
, the Bulldogs' first win over the Rebels since 2019. The Ole Miss coach reflected on the many years of camaraderie between the two, mentioning that he can't imagine college football without Leach. "I truly loved coach Leach and every minute I shared with him," Kiffin said in a statement."I have been able to work with several players and coaches, and they have told so many amazing stories about the impact he had on their lives. Going back to our years together in the Pac-12, I have always felt tremendous respect and admiration for coach, his unique personality and innovative mind, I can't imagine college football without him.
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