Oklahoma State Football Coach Faces Off-Field Armadillo Challenge
Oklahoma State head football coach Eric Morris, preparing for his first season, has encountered an unusual challenge off the field, dealing with 'armadillo problems' at his home.
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 20, 2026 —
As Oklahoma State head football coach Eric Morris gears up for his inaugural season at the helm of the program, he is navigating an unexpected and unusual challenge extending beyond the football field and into his personal life: a persistent issue with armadillos at his residence.
The details surrounding the extent of the ‘armadillo problems’ at Morris’s home were not provided. The specific nature of the challenges posed by the animals, such as damage to property or other disturbances, remains undisclosed. Furthermore, information regarding any steps taken to address the situation, including whether pest control services have been contacted or what mitigation strategies might be employed, was not available.
Morris, who was appointed head coach of the Oklahoma State Cowboys, is in the process of preparing the team for the upcoming football season. This off-field situation represents an unforeseen complication as he focuses on establishing his coaching tenure and strategizing for the team’s performance. The lack of further details leaves the full scope of this domestic challenge and its potential impact on the coach’s preparations for the season unclear.
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