Oklahoma State coach Eric Morris shares story of armadillo encounter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:24 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Oklahoma State head coach Eric Morris recounted a late-night incident where he killed an armadillo in his yard. The story emerged during discussions about his sleep issues and ongoing pest problems. ESPN's push notification about the anecdote drew attention for its timing, as it made the story seem more urgent than it was. With the college football season approaching, it highlights the pressures coaches face, often affecting their sleep patterns.
- •Eric Morris shared the story of killing an armadillo at 2:30 a.m.
- •The incident stemmed from ongoing pest issues at his home.
- •ESPN's notification caused debate over its significance.
- •Coaching demands are impacting Morris's sleep patterns.
- •College football season is set to begin soon.
- 7:24 PMYahoo Sports — College football coach killed armadillo & ESPN wanted the world to know
"Eric Morris shared a funny story about killing an armadillo at 2:30 a.m., but ESPN's push notification made the Oklahoma State anecdote feel like breaking news.
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