In 2018, Colorado finished 5-7. The next year they hired Mel Tucker and yet they still finished 5-7, however, here is the key statistic in these records: in 2018, Colorado lost its last seven games and was only able to beat up on down programs like Nebraska and UCLA. Under Tucker, they were more competitive and able to beat Arizona State as well.
It will take time for Tucker to get his guys in the program but he has wasted no time in offering recruits. Next season may still be a 5-7 or 6-6 year but there are still some playmakers on this roster.