Texas Tech fires Mike Leach
According to Mike Leach's attorney, Ted Liggett, Texas Tech has fired his client following a bizarre 72-hour period that involved a suspension and legal filings.
Leach was suspended by the university on Monday afternoon following the receipt of a complaint centering on his treatment of sophomore receiver Adam James following an injury.
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Ruffin McNeill, the Red Raiders' defensive coordinator, will act as interim head coach for the Red Raiders' Jan. 2 matchup against Michigan State in the 2010 Valero Alamo Bowl.
In February, following months of contentious negotations, Leach signed a 5-year extension with Texas Tech worth $12.7 million. He leaves as the program's all-time winningest head coach, notching a 84-43 record in 10 seasons.