I wish I could write what most have already done in regards to Mike Leach. He was philosopher coach who lived in his own kingdom. No coach was like him before or probably after. In a profession where just about every head coach has the personality and intelligence of burnt toast, Mike stood out.
He was opinionated, well read, and seemed to be interested in just about everything that came his way. He was special and he was happy to let everyone know it.
I think my admiration of him came when he was at Texas Tech and running roughshod over the Huskers.