Former LSU head football coach Les Miles has filed a lawsuit against the university, claiming that vacated wins from 2012-15 are preventing him from being considered for the College Football Hall of Fame. The lawsuit alleges that the removal of 37 wins from his record has dropped his overall winning percentage below the necessary threshold for induction.
The vacated wins stem from an NCAA investigation that uncovered a Level I recruiting violation during Miles’ tenure at LSU. The violation involved a representative for the Tigers athletics program paying the father of a prospective athlete a significant sum of money over a five-year period. As a result, LSU self-imposed the vacation of the wins, which has had a significant impact on Miles’ coaching record.
Miles, who is known for his successful coaching career at LSU, is seeking to have his wins reinstated in order to be considered for the Hall of Fame. Despite his accomplishments on the field, the tainted wins have put his eligibility in jeopardy.
The lawsuit accuses the university of prematurely imposing the punishment and denying Miles the opportunity to defend himself. With his record currently below the necessary threshold, Miles is hoping to rectify the situation and have his coaching accomplishments recognized.
Miles, who also coached at Oklahoma State and Kansas, has had a storied career in college football. His success at LSU, including a national championship in 2007, has solidified his place in the history of the sport. However, the vacated wins have cast a shadow over his legacy and his chances of being inducted into the Hall of Fame.
As the legal battle unfolds, Miles remains determined to clear his name and restore his coaching record. The outcome of the lawsuit could have significant implications for his legacy in college football.
