It's not unusual for former coaches to stop by practice, nor is it unusual for a family member of a coach to watch practice. But if that former coach and family member is Art Briles, it's going to draw some attention.
The former Baylor coach was a spectator on the practice field Monday, getting a good look at the Bulldogs and his son-in-law, head coach Jeff Lebby.
Art Briles, fired Baylor coach and Jeff Lebby father-in-law, at Mississippi State football practice https://t.co/FQEEMZUqPm
— Clarion Ledger (@clarionledger) August 4, 2025
Briles has been persona non grata around college for several years since he was dismissed from Baylor as the result of lack of institutional control.