After a massive upset victory over Auburn, many asked Mississippi State head coach Mike Leach how he was going to celebrate.
The quote machine of a coach didn’t disappoint.
Mike Leach asked how he’s celebrating the win: “I’m going to get on a bus, and I’m going to ride for four hours to Starkville, Mississippi.”
— Theo DeRosa (@Theo_DeRosa) November 13, 2021
Following the win, Leach told reporters “I’m going to get on a bus, and I’m going to ride for four hours to Starkville, Mississippi.”
He continued, “You guys have no idea what Starkville will be like tonight. I might have some Chic Fil A and PB&J’s too.”
The coach’s response quickly went viral throughout the college football Twitterscape.
“I love Mike Leach with all my heart,” said one fan.
I love Mike Leach with all my heart https://t.co/1MZBFeY4ZL
— Jake Gabriele (@j_gabriele26) November 13, 2021
“Protect Mike Leach at all costs #nationaltreasure,” another tweeted.
Protect Mike Leach at all costs #nationaltreasure https://t.co/QhptdLBDj4
— Samantha Marshall (@harlem_1_class) November 13, 2021
Leach’s Bulldogs were able to rally past the No. 16 Tigers for a thrilling 43-34 win.
Mike Leach’s Air Raid offense struck again.
Mississippi State quarterback Will Rogers threw a party on the Auburn defense. The sophomore launched the ball all over the field accounting for 415 yards and 6 touchdowns.
DAWGS WIN!!!
State upsets No. 17 Auburn on the road with the largest comeback in school history (25-points) and we are going BOWLING‼️#HailState🐶 pic.twitter.com/5UXkmEcOMa
— Mississippi State Football (@HailStateFB) November 13, 2021
Rogers hit on 44-54 passes, spreading the ball to 10 different receivers.
Auburn jumped out to an early 28-3 lead at half before the Dawgs responded with 40 unanswered.
Let’s hope Leach and the Bulldogs get back to Starkville by midnight, can’t have them going without that Chic-Fil-A.
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