Former Tigers WR Dominic Lovett Transfers to Georgia

Originally posted on FanNation Mizzou Sports Talk
By Connor Zimmerlee | Last updated 12/22/22

It is no secret that the Missouri Tigers struggled mightily at times on offense this season, which one could argue cost them several close games within conference play.

However, there were some bright spots on the Missouri offense, such as receiver Dominic Lovett. That bright spot disappeared, though, when Lovett announced his intentions to transfer after the season ended.

Now, Lovett has chosen where he will transfer to and it will certainly hurt Tigers' fans to read. On Thursday, Lovett took to Twitter and announced he is transferring to SEC East foes, the Georgia Bulldogs.

Losing Lovett was already a big blow to the Tigers on offense, but him transferring to a conference foe within the same division will certainly only rub a little salt in the wound.

Lovett was dominant for the Tigers and was far and away the favorite target of quarterback Brady Cook. He recorded 56 receptions for 846 yards, which was fourth best in the SEC, and three touchdowns en route to being named an AP First Team All-SEC member.

While losing Lovett hurts, the Tigers will still be able to rely on Luther Burden as well as Theo Wease, who transferred from Oklahoma. As well, they signed a talented 2023 recruiting class that will look to help ease the blow losing such an impactful receiver.

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