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Missouri's leading edge rusher from 2025, Damon Wilson II, will enter the NCAA transfer portal, per a report from Pete Nakos. Wilson transferred to Missouri from Georgia ahead of the 2025 season.

College Football News / Missouri Tigers on SI / January 5

Missouri Adds Former Iowa State Commit to 2026 Recruiting Class

While things have slowed down a bit regarding the 2026 recruiting class since the conclusion of the early signing period, Missouri has remained active on the trail, and this week, added another commitment to an already strong group.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / January 5

Missouri Wrestling Claims Three Titles at 2026 Soldier Salute: The Buzz

No. 18 Missouri wrestling opened the 2026 season by traveling to Coralville, Iowa, for the 2026 Soldier Salute this past weekend. Now in its fourth year, the tournament serves as a regular-season competition that provides valuable experience for young wrestlers.

College Basketball News / Missouri Tigers on SI / January 4

How 12-Day Break Inspired Mizzou's Turnaround from Crushing Loss to Ranked Win

COLUMBIA, Mo. — Missouri entered SEC play coming off a December to forget. The Tigers' last performance of the 2025 calendar year was a humiliating, 43-point loss to Illinois.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 3

Defending national champion Florida has glaring issue that won't easily be fixed

During the Gators' loss — which drops them to 9-5 on the season and 0-1 in Southeastern Conference play — their Achilles' heel was fully present.

No. 12 North Carolina's defense nonexistent in concerning loss to SMU

SEC-opening loss shows how far Kentucky is from conference elite

Isaiah Evans stands out as No. 6 Duke edges Florida State

Colorado edges Arizona State to claim first Big 12 road win in 15 years

Nebraska pleads with Cornhuskers fans: Stop storming the court

Notre Dame coach charges referee after losing on controversial 4-point play call

College Football News / Missouri Tigers on SI / January 3

Mizzou to Host Pair of Offensive Guards on Visits, Per Reports

The Missouri Tigers are set to host East Carolina offensive guard Emmanuel Poku on a visit on Jan. 5, per Chris Hummer. The Tigers are also set to host Oregon State offensive guard Dylan Sikorski on a visit in the near future, also per Hummer.

College Football News / Missouri Tigers on SI / January 3

Mizzou to Host Houston Christian Running Back on Visit, per Report

The Missouri Tigers are set to host Houston Christian running back Xai'Shaun Edwards on a visit on Jan. 5, per Matt Zenitz of 247Sports. Edwards would add much-needed depth to the running back room after the Tigers lost three to the transfer portal.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / January 2

Starting Mizzou Safety to Enter the Transfer Portal

Junior Missouri safety Marvin Burks Jr. will enter the transfer portal, according to a report from Brian Dohn of 247Sports. Burks has been a starting safety for Missouri in each of the last two seasons, primarily at free safety.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / January 2

Where Mizzou Needs to Add at Each Position in the Transfer Portal

With 21 Missouri players announcing their intention to enter the transfer portal before it opened Friday, the needs for the Tigers this offseason are coming into focus.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / January 1

Former 3-Star Defensive Tackle to Transfer from Mizzou

Missouri redshirt freshman defensive tackle Justin Bodford will enter the transfer portal, he posted to his social media Thursday night. Bodford is the 21st Missouri player to announce intentions to enter the transfer portal and the first defensive tackle.

College Football News / Missouri Tigers on SI / January 1

Mizzou Freshman Offensive Lineman, Sophomore Cornerback to Enter Transfer Portal

Two Missouri Tigers have opted to enter the transfer portal on Thursday, per reports. Redshirt sophomore cornerback Shamar McNeil is one of the two and the other is freshman offensive lineman Keiton Jones, as reported by Pete Nakos.

Tavorus Jones News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 31

Mizzou RB Tavorus Jones to Enter Transfer Portal

Missouri running back Tavorus Jones is set to enter the transfer portal once it opens on Friday, per his social media. Jones rushed for 31 yards and a touchdown on seven carries during his junior season with the Tigers.

College Football News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 31

True Freshman Mizzou Cornerback to Enter Transfer Portal, Per Report

Missouri freshman defensive back Mark Manfred plans to enter the transfer portal when it opens Friday, according to a report from Calum McAndrew of the Columbia Daily Tribune.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 31

2025 Was A Year of Growth, Disappointment for Mizzou Athletics

For the Missouri Tigers, 2025 was a reminder that progress isn't always linear. And also of being close, but not quite close enough. Of big wins, but not quite the ones needed to change narratives.

College Football News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 31

Freshman Mizzou Safety CJ Bass III to Enter Transfer Portal, Per Report

The Missouri Tigers are losing a former four-star recruit in the class of 2025 in safety CJ Bass III. Bass appeared in two games this season for the Tigers, playing 27 snaps in that time.

Jayven Richardson News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 30

Mizzou LT Jayven Richardson to Enter Transfer Portal, Per Report

Missouri left tackle Jayven Richardson will enter the transfer portal when it opens on Friday, per Chris Hummer. Richardson started in two games and appeared in 10 this season for the Tigers.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 30

Mizzou Receiver Accepts Shrine Bowl Invite: The Buzz

Top Missouri wide receiver Kevin Coleman Jr. has accepted an invitation to play in the 2026 East-West Shrine Bowl game. The Shrine Bowl is an annual collegiate all-star game that showcases the top senior football players from across the country.

College Football News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 29

Mizzou Freshman Kicker Robert Meyer to Enter Transfer Portal

Missouri true freshman kicker Robert Meyer plans to enter the transfer portal, he announced in a post Monday night on Instagram. Meyer was thrust into action in his first season after starting kicker Blake Craig suffered a torn ACL in Week 1 of the season.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 28

Mizzou Survives a Thriller Against UMKC

Missouri (12-3) narrowly defeated University of Missouri-Kansas City, thwarting the Roos' upset bid in its non-conference finale. The Tigers showed signs of a holiday hangover with a lackluster first-half, but managed to rally to a thrilling overtime victory, 71-67.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 28

3 Things That Stand Out About Mizzou's Snap Counts in the Gator Bowl

Missouri suffered a 13-7 loss to No. 19 Virginia to close the season Saturday, marking its first loss in a bowl game since 2022. Missouri had a shorthanded roster due to players announcing plans to enter the transfer portal, plus a handful of injuries.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 28

Gator Bowl Loss A Reminder of Mizzou's Need for Offensive Revamp

Missouri's offense was shorthanded in several ways in Saturday's loss to Virginia in the Gator Bowl. The result was the Tigers' second-lowest scoring performance of the season, losing 7-13.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 27

Virginia vs. Missouri Prediction: Gator Bowl Preview

Virginia and Missouri had high expectations for what their postseason fate might hold at different points this season. The Cavaliers started the year hoping to just reach bowl eligibility with coach Tony Elliott firmly on the hot seat.