Former CFL quarterback and head coach Jeff Tedford has resigned from his job at Fresno State, citing health concerns.
“It is with sad emotions that following my recent medical check-up, it is clear that due to health concerns, my family and I have made the decision to step aside as Fresno State’s head coach and allow someone else to lead the football program,” said Tedford in a statement.
“I have a tremendous amount of pride and passion for Fresno State, and I understand the time and energy necessary to lead at a high level. The players, coaches and Bulldog supporters deserve the best. Unfortunately, I am not able to sustain the commitment needed to perform at the level needed to guide the program. We are extremely fortunate to have continuity with a great coaching staff. I have full confidence that they will continue to guide our terrific student-athletes to reach their full potential on and off the field.”
The 62-year-old led the Bulldogs to a 19-8 record over the last two seasons, including one first-place finish in the Mountain West Conference and two bowl victories. He previously served as the school’s head coach from 2017 to 2019, going 26-14 with two first-place finishes and two bowl wins. He spent the 2020 and 2021 seasons out of football due to health reasons.
Tedford played quarterback in the CFL from 1983 to 1988 as a member of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Calgary Stampeders, Saskatchewan Roughriders, and Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He got his first coaching job with the Stampeders in 1989 but left for the U.S. college ranks after three seasons with the team.
The native of Lynwood, Calif. returned to the CFL in 2015 as the head coach of the B.C. Lions, going 7-11 to finish third in the West Division. He resigned following the season and was hired as an offensive consultant at the University of Washington.
Tedford served as the head coach at the University of California from 2002 to 2012, going 82-57 with one first-place finish and five bowl victories. He coached several first-round NFL draft picks during his tenure with the Golden Bears, including Kyle Boller, Nnamdi Asomugha, Aaron Rodgers, Marshawn Lynch, Alex Mack, Tyson Alualu, Jahvid Best, and Cameron Jordan.
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