Amid multiple reports that Colorado plans to hire Georgia defensive coordinator Mel Tucker following today's SEC Championship game, Colorado has issued a statement.
"Rick (George) has not offered the head coaching position to anyone at this point; he is still in the discussion and evaluation stages and won't make a decision on a final candidate until early next week."
This isn't to say Tucker might not ultimately get the job; but something made Colorado issue this statement.
For what it is worth, we reported yesterday that Tucker had become a strong candidate and was expected to meet with search leadership following today's game.
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