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‘Tough, intense, demanding’: Football associates have deep respect for Luke Fickell

Matt Charboneau, John Niyo of The News talk about Mark Dantonio's decision to step down and who might replace him while talking MSU's loss in hoops. The Detroit News

Cincinnati football coach Luke Fickell, not long after wrapping up what is considered the best recruiting class in the history of the program on Wednesday, said on a national radio show he has had no contact with anyone from Michigan State, where he is considered the frontrunner to replace Mark Dantonio.

Dantonio announced Tuesday his retirement after 13 seasons as Spartans head coach. As that news broke, just ask quickly, Fickell’s name began popping up as the favorite replace him.