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Craig James Threatened to Sue Texas Tech if Leach Wasn't Investigated

Craig James, the father of Texas Tech receiver Adam James, threatened the possibility of a lawsuit if the university did not investigate former head football Mike Leach for the mistreatment of his son last month, according to a document obtained by FanHouse on Thursday through an open records request. Leach was fired Dec....

East Carolina Hires Ruffin McNeill

Less than two weeks after coming up short on the Texas Tech job, longtime assistant coach Ruffin McNeill has been hired to lead his alma mater -- East Carolina -- the school confirmed Friday. McNeill, 51, was introduced Friday morning as the Pirates' new head football coach. "There is no doubt about his ability to lead...

Leach's Lawsuit Against Texas Tech Will Go Forward

Texas Tech and ousted football coach Mike Leach had better dig in because it appears the two sides are headed for a fight. A judge ruled Wednesday that Leach's wrongful firing lawsuit against the university can go forward. The only problem for Leach and his attorneys is it may not be as speedy as they would like....

Texas Tech Set to Introduce Tommy Tuberville as New Coach

Texas Tech has a reached a deal with former Auburn coach Tommy Tuberville to take over the Red Raiders football program, and he will be introduced as the new head coach Sunday, a source familiar with the situation told FanHouse on Saturday and the school's Web site confirmed later in the day. The press conference will...

Art Briles Decides to Stay at Baylor

Texas Tech athletic director Gerald Myers has confirmed Baylor coach Art Briles will not be interviewing for the Red Raiders' vacant top job. It turns out Briles' $4 million buyout clause in his current contract was too much to even consider having a serious conversation. Myers sought and received permission from Baylor...