The University of Colorado hired Mel Tucker, one of the most well-respected assistant coaches in college football, to lead the Buffaloes into the post-Mike MacIntyre era. The 46-year-old comes to Boulder with 22 seasons of coaching experience, including 10 in the NFL and five in the Southeastern Conference. Should his five-year contract be approved by the CU Board of Regents on Dec. 12, he’ll earn a salary of $2.4 million next season, with raises of $275,000 each year.
Here’s a quick glance at Tucker’s career:
- Hired as Colorado’s 26th full-time head coach Dec. 5, 2018.