On Thursday, the National Football Foundation (NFF) amended their eligibility criteria for the College Football Hall of Fame.

Prior to Thursday, coaches needed to boast a career winning percentage greater than 60% to be deemed eligible. Mike Leach, who coached at Texas Tech, Washington State and Mississippi State before passing away in December 2022, finished his storied career with a winning percentage of .596.

Effective in 2027, the minimum career winning percentage will be adjusted down to 59.5%.

In their statement, the NFF clarified that "All other requirements, including a minimum of 10 years as a head coach, at least 100 games coached, and a three-year waiting period after retirement, remain unchanged".

A great tribute to a great coach, and by all accounts an even greater person.