ESPN names Mel Tucker Colorado football's biggest archenemy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:24 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
ESPN has identified Mel Tucker as Colorado football's biggest archenemy due to his abrupt departure from the program in 2020. Tucker, who coached the Buffaloes in 2019, left for Michigan State after promising a bright future for the team. His exit resulted in the hiring of Karl Dorrell, who struggled, leading to a 1-11 season in 2022. Tucker's departure has left lasting repercussions as the program seeks stability and success. The ranking has prompted discussions among fans about whether they agree with ESPN's assessment of Tucker's impact on the program.
- •ESPN lists Tucker as Colorado's top archenemy.
- •Tucker left for Michigan State after the 2019 season.
- •Colorado faced challenges under Dorrell after Tucker's departure.
- •The Buffaloes had a 1-11 record in 2022.
- •Fans are divided on Tucker's legacy with the team.
- 9:24 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN labels surprising figure as Colorado football's biggest archenemy
"ESPN named a former Colorado head coach as the program's top archenemy for his abrupt departure in 2020. Do Buffaloes fans agree?
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