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Mike Leach Reportedly in ‘Critical’ Condition as Fellow Coaches Issue Statements of Support

Mississippi State football coach Mike Leach is reportedly in critical condition following a medical emergency that he suffered at home Sunday.

The Bulldogs’ athletic department released a statement Sunday saying that Leach was taken to the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson after suffering a “personal health issue at his home.”

Sid Salter, Mississippi State’s director of public affairs, tweeted that the university would “make no other comment at this time” other than to wish the coach and his family well.

Sports Illustrated‘s Ross Dellenger noted that Leach’s medical situation was “critical”, which confirmed a report from 247Sports‘ Robbie Faulk that stated Leach “needed a miracle.