My Take on Mike Leach's Suspension for the Alamobowl

The relationship between Mike Leach and Texas Tech University took another turn for the worst. Leach is being suspended by the University for his treatment towards a player, Adam James, son of ESPN analyst Craig James. First it was a contract dispute last winter, now it is this situation.

At first glance, I couldn't believe what Leach did... and even was kinda sickened by the whole situation. But as more information is revealed the more and more I am siding with Mike Leach.

First off, why would this whole situation have been swept under a rug if Leach would have simply apologized for his actions towards Adam James? If the situation was THAT bad, I don't think an apology would be simply enough.

Also, according to many reports, a TEAM doctor released James to practice after he was checked out for a concussion during practice. That alone shows me... how could Leach be at fault whatsoever if a doctor said James was A OK to get back to the practice field. Leach is smarter than the average person.

Next, why are all of Leach's former players sending messages and letters to the Chancellor stating they back Leach and his treatment of his players. The likes of Graham Harrell, Rylan Reed, Eric Morris, etc are more than credible sources that support Leach, I do too.

Thirdly, the timing of this whole thing is very interesting. Things that make you go "hmmmm." Adam's dad, Craig is running for a Senate position here within the next year, hmmmmm. Mike Leach is owed $800,000 December 31st for completion of contract... he will not get that because he is technically NOT the coach, hmmmmm. Chew on that for a bit.

Another thing, reports all season long have stated Adam James had an attitude problem, did not work hard in practice and wanted more playing time in games. With all this unfolding, it doesn't seem like a far fetched anamolly that Adam simply has a personal vendetta against Leach. A modern day witch hunt. Just a thought.

All in all, once again a situation that Texas Tech University could have handled much better. But dropped the ball just like in the contract negotiations just a year ago with Leach. And here we go again. I thought they would have learned from the last time. I guess not, and once again my alma mater is not shedding a great light on itself. A shame to say the least.