Michigan State has begun the process of firing football coach Mel Tucker for cause.
The school released a statement Monday announcing that it intends to terminate Tucker's contract.
"I, with the support of the administration and board, have provided Mel Tucker with written notice of intent to terminate his contract for cause," Michigan State athletic director Alan Haller said. "This notification process is required as part of his existing contract. The notice provides Tucker with seven calendar days to respond and present reasons to me and the interim president as to why he should not be terminated for cause.