Coach Morris vs Armadillos | Tulsa News

Tulsa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Oklahoma State’s new head coach Eric Morris kicked off his tenure with a wild — and literal — first act: taking down an armadillo at 2:30 AM with a shotgun. The critter was wreaking havoc on his yard, keeping him awake and prompting a midnight intervention. He apologized to neighbors (and sent them a text), noting it’s legal in rural Oklahoma. While the incident might seem odd for a college football coach, it’s a fittingly dramatic start for someone tasked with reviving a struggling OSU program after a 1-11 season. Now, the real test begins: can this “Pistols Firing” energy translate to wins…