Mel Tucker’s modernized use of the transfer portal translated into swift success for Michigan State in 2021. With a few more high-impact transfers coming in for this upcoming season, the Spartans look to build off of last year’s surprising 11-win season, and appear to be one of the more intriguing teams heading into 2022.
With small expectations following a 2-5 start to his tenure, which was dominated by COVID-19 during the 2020 season, Tucker was able to transform MSU into a playoff contender by November of 2021.
Kenneth Walker III’s explosion on to the national scene gave the team a clear identity, but the progression of Payton Thorne with dynamic weapons on the outside provided balance.