In a surprising turn of events, Jeff Tedford has announced his resignation as the head football coach of Fresno State due to health reasons. Tedford, who was set to enter his third season back at the helm of the Bulldogs' program, made the difficult decision to step aside just weeks before the start of the 2024 college football season.

The 62-year old coach expressed his sadness in a statement, revealing that a recent medical check-up had raised concerns about his health. Tedford previously had to resign as Fresno State's head coach after the 2019 season for similar reasons, but was rehired in December 2021 after the departure of Kalen DeBoer.

Fresno State's athletic director, Garrett Klassy, praised Tedford for his significant contributions to the university and the Central Valley community. Under Tedford's guidance, the Bulldogs achieved numerous championships and established a championship culture. Klassy emphasized his intention to ensure a seamless coaching transition for the student-athletes while maintaining the winning tradition that Tedford had instilled.

To fill the void left by Tedford's departure, Tim Skipper, the linebackers coach, has been named the interim head coach. Skipper will lead the team as they face the Michigan Wolverines on August 31 in their season opener.

Tedford's impact on the football world extends beyond his tenure at Fresno State. Widely regarded as one of the best quarterback gurus of recent decades, Tedford has coached and developed notable talents such as Aaron Rodgers, Kyle Boller, and David Carr. His ability to nurture quarterbacks earned him a reputation as a top coach.

Despite the unexpected coaching change, Fresno State remains a team to watch in the upcoming season. With a solid roster and a strong recruiting class, including the addition of top recruit Korey Foreman, the Bulldogs aim to continue their success and strive for their fourth consecutive nine-win season in 2024.

As the football program moves forward without Tedford, the university and its fans express their gratitude for his immense contributions and wish him the best in his health journey. All eyes will be on Fresno State as they navigate this transition and strive to maintain their winning tradition.