Remembering Bob Simmons: A Tribute to the Former Oklahoma State Football Coach
Former Oklahoma State football coach Bob Simmons passed away at the age of 77, as confirmed by his family. Simmons led the Cowboys from 1995 to 2000, achieving a record of 30-38 during his tenure. He received the Big 12 Coach of the Year award in 1997 when OSU had an 8-4 season and reached a bowl game for the first time since 1988. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Simmons played linebacker at Bowling Green University before embarking on a coaching career that spanned over three decades. He also served as the linebackers coach at Colorado, contributing to their national championship win in 1990.