It looks like Mel Tucker’s first season as Michigan State’s football coach is finally ready to get started.
The Big Ten on Wednesday announced a return to the field beginning next month, and barring any setbacks or spikes in COVID-19 cases, the Spartans will begin a new era as Tucker takes over for Mark Dantonio, who became the program’s winningest coach during a 13-year tenure.
“From daily antigen testing for all of our players, coaches and staff to extensive cardiac protocols and protection, the Big Ten Conference and Michigan State are leading the charge to put our players on the field safely and competitively,” Tucker said in a statement.