Oklahoma State’s next head coach is known for his teams putting up big numbers and his knack for mentoring quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes and Baker Mayfield, but where did he pick up that offensive expertise?
If you weren’t aware, Eric Morris can claim roots in the legendary Mike Leach coaching tree, going back to his playing days.
He was a wide receiver and return man for Texas Tech during Leach’s tenure. His teams were headlined by the likes of Graham Harrell, Danny Amendola and Michael Crabtree.
Due in part to his 5-foot-8, 165-pound frame, Leach gave Morris the nickname “The Elf.