Miles carried a football into the postgame interview session, given to him by the players. He was visibly emotional, admitting he struggled after the death of his mother. Martha Miles, 91, died Friday night.
Date: Oct 26, 2014
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LSU football coach Les Miles' mother dies night before Tigers take on Ole Miss
Recent failing health issues are thought to be the cause of death for Martha Miles, who was in her early 90s, Bonnette said. She was a resident of a Baton Rougeassisted living facility and attended an LSU game two years ago. The time of death is not known but Les Miles was informed at about 8 p.m.
Martha Miles lived for many years in Elyria, Ohio, where Les Miles was raised before playing college football at Michigan under coach Bo Schembechler. Miles, who played offensive line for the Wolverines, also got his start in coaching as an assistant under Schembelcher.