Mel Tucker's Appeal Denied, Sexual Harassment Case Closed
Michigan State University ends over a year-long investigation into allegations made by advocate Brenda Tracy.
- Former Michigan State head football coach Mel Tucker's appeal of sexual harassment findings has been denied, closing the case.
- Tucker had been under investigation since December 2022, following a complaint filed by Brenda Tracy, a sexual violence prevention advocate.
- Tracy accused Tucker of making sexual comments and masturbating during a phone call in April 2022.
- Michigan State fired Tucker in September 2023, citing his behaviors which brought public disrespect upon the university.
- Tucker was in the third year of a $95 million, 10-year contract and was due to earn about $80 million remaining on the deal.