Tom Izzo speaks at Mel Tucker Introductory Press Conference

Michigan State held an introductory press conference for new football coach Mel Tucker. This press conference featured comments from the one and only Tom Izzo. Izzo spoke to Mel Tucker’s background and welcomed him to the Spartan family.

Here are some of Izzo’s comments below:

Izzo speaking at the Mel Tucker presser: “What makes me happier is that you have Big Ten background. You’ve worked for some of the greats. … I’m going to be here for you, your wife, your family and whatever you need.”

— Graham Couch (@Graham_Couch) February 12, 2020

Izzo to Tucker: "From the 37 years I've been here, there's no place like this."

— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) February 12, 2020

Izzo: "I'm gonna be here for you in whatever you need. It does take a group of people to be a champion."

— Matt Charboneau (@mattcharboneau) February 12, 2020

As you may or may not know, Izzo said he would lend a helping hand to this coaching search. Now, Michigan State football has their guy. Tucker has been embraced by fans and players alike all over social media. Even Antjuan Simmons spoke at the press conference.

Mel Tucker has me super hyped for this upcoming football season. Stay with us on SpartansWire for more coverage of Mel Tucker and his new coaching staff.