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Michigan State football head coaching target Mel Tucker says he's staying at Colorado

Mark Dantonio's five biggest wins at Michigan State, where he went 114-57 in 13 seasons (2007-19). Detroit Free Press

Colorado's Mel Tucker is no longer a candidate to be Michigan State football's next head coach.

Tucker tweeted Saturday afternoon he's committed to Colorado.

"While I am flattered to be considered for the HC job @MSU_football, I am committed to @CUBuffsFootball for #TheBuild of our program, its great athletes, coaches & supporters. #UnfinishedBusiness #GoBuffs

"We are #Relentless #Culture #TheBuild"

Tucker was expected to interview with the Spartans this week, as was Cincinnati coach Luke Fickell, after longtime coach Mark Dantonio resigned Tuesday.