Fresno State football coach Jeff Tedford announced Monday he is stepping down due to health concerns.Tedford, 62, compiled a 44-22 record over five seasons with the Bulldogs from 2017-19 and 2022-23.”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,” Tedford said in a statement.Assistant head coach and linebackers coach Tim Skipper will be the interim head coach for the 2024 season, which opens on Aug. 31 at defending national champion Michigan.Skipper served as the acting head coach when Tedford, due to health issues, missed last season’s victory over New Mexico State in the New Mexico Bowl.”Coach Tedford is a living legend,” Skipper said. “He is definitely an innovator and trendsetter of the game. His impact on college football will be felt forever, and I feel very fortunate to be able to have coached on his staff these past two seasons. The knowledge I have gained is priceless. I am looking forward to leading Bulldog football next season, and to continue the pride and tradition here at Fresno State to make the Red Wave proud.”Tedford took over at Fresno State, his alma mater, after previous stints as a head coach at Cal (2002-12) and with the CFL’s BC Lions (2015). He was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator in 2014.