A sad story

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I realize that Ryan Leaf was one of the most obnoxious football players ever to put on a set of pads (and perhaps the greatest first round bust in NFL history), but no one wishes this kind of thing on anyone:

Ryan Leaf's college coaching career has come to an abrupt end.

Leaf, a former No. 2 overall draft pick in the NFL, resigned as quarterbacks coach at West Texas A&M on Thursday in the wake of allegations that he obtained a controlled substance by illegal means ...

Leaf's impact with West Texas A&M was quite positive. The team has set a number of school records for passing and total offense since he was hired in 2006. The team has gone 9-1 this season behind senior quarterback, Keith Null, who has completed 68 per cent of his passes for 3,812 yards and 36 touchdowns.

My own suspicion is that Leaf will need a lot of help, and I hope he receives and accepts it.