Mel Tucker on LSU coaching rumors, his thoughts on Michigan’s team, and more in weekly presser
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Michigan State football vs. Michigan. This is a game that would still be circled on the schedule even if both teams were awful. But that’s not the case. This year, both teams are undefeated and competing for a Big Ten title and beyond.
In what will be the biggest test for the Spartans to date, Mel Tucker and a few of his players spoke to the media on Monday to preview a huge week.
Tucker responds to LSU job rumors
Tucker on LSU rumors and timing: "My focus is on the upcoming game against the school down the road. That's where my concentration and my focus is, and I really appreciate you understanding that."
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) October 25, 2021
And this is the right answer from Tucker. You don’t give away your bargaining leverage. If LSU is coming after Tucker, he could use it to get more money for him and his staff and the program by keeping his cards close to the vest, and it definitely shouldn’t be a distraction during the season.
Tucker on bye week
Tucker says rest and recovery were emphasized during bye week to try and get banged-up guys healthy and others who've been out back.
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) October 25, 2021
Mel Tucker on Michigan's defense
Tucker on Michigan's defense and new coordinator: "They're sound and solid. They play with good technique and fundamentals up front. They're stout in the trenches, and they're very coordinated with their coverages." Opportunitic with turnovers and run to the ball.
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) October 25, 2021
No updates on Ricky White, Michael Gravely, or Drew Beesley
Tucker said he has no updates on WR Ricky White and DB Michael Gravely's status with the team. White had a monster game vs. Michigan last year.
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) October 25, 2021
No update on Drew Beesley. "He’ll be ready when he’s ready,” Tucker said.
— Colton Pouncy (@colton_pouncy) October 25, 2021
Tucker on recruiting
Tucker: "We recruit every day. It's not a one-man show here, obviously." Says MSU is "going after some very good players, and we're going to compete for those players, wherever they may be."
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) October 25, 2021
Tucker: "Recruits have taken notice of what we're doing, our culture, what we're doing on the field." Adds that helps get MSU "a lot of looks from all over the country. For me, it doesn't change my approach, it doesn't change our approach. We're working to get better."
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) October 25, 2021
Tucker on Michigan rivalry
Tucker: "Technically they all count one. But in rivalry games, it means a little bit more. It means a lot more."
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) October 25, 2021
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