Oklahoma State football coach Eric Morris sees Tulsa's Tre Lamb as 'superstar' in making
Tulsa coach Tre Lamb said he is the junior varsity version of Oklahoma State football coach Eric Morris. But Morris called Lamb “a superstar in the making.”
Oklahoma State football coach Eric Morris began his press conference by asking if the crowd was excited to discuss a football game. The Cowboys are set to start their season against Tulsa on Saturday at 2:45 p.m., marking the end of a challenging nine-month span for Morris, who took over as OSU's 25th head coach following a 4-20 record in his tenure.
Three takeaways emerged from Morris' press conference: first, Tulsa coach Tre Lamb sees himself as the junior varsity counterpart to Morris, acknowledging his mentor's experience. Lamb praised Morris for his talent evaluation and development skills, particularly in offensive positions like quarterback, wide receiver, and running back.
Second, Morris commended Lamb on his rapid rise to the head coaching position, calling him "a superstar in the making" and highlighting his leadership in problem-solving, despite their contrasting backgrounds. Lastly, Morris emphasized the importance of communication among full-time offensive assistant coaches, stating that he prefers coaches who are accustomed to receiving real-time feedback during games.
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