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National pundits are starting to realize Brady Cook can be an NFL prospect. What does Cook have to do to take his game to the next level? Matt Zollers, if anything, isn't getting enough hype. Plus, what should be done with The Hearnes Center?  ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

After missing on Simeon Barrow and Damonic Williams, is Mizzou finished in the transfer portal? We should send Dana Holgorsen a "thank you" card for Brandon Jones. Comparing Deion Sanders' early returns to Eli Drinkwitz's. Plus, how does Mizzou basketball's portal activity compare to the rest of the SEC? ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Damonic Williams commits to Oklahoma. Congrats, Sooners, it turns out you aren't poor! Simeon Barrow decides soon. Early point spreads are out for the Alabama, Texas A&M, Oklahoma, and Auburn games. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

The transfer portal is "closed" but not really. It's difficult to imagine Brady Cook publicly criticizing another teammate like Shedeur Sanders did. Plus, what if Mizzou football played a game in Europe? What's the upside? Would you be interested in going? ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Darius Robinson continues to make Mizzou fans proud. If John Kadlec loved Laird Veatch, that's good enough for me. Plus, how important are centers in today's basketball? ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Marcus Bryant's addition has to have Brady Cook, Marcus Carroll, and Nate Noel licking their chops. How good can this Mizzou offense be? Plus, could Mark Mitchell and Jayden Quaintance hypothetically coexist? ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Jack Lange commits this evening, and there is optimism for the 4-star offensive lineman. Kaleb Brown enters the portal. Tony Perkins, Mark Mitchell, and Marques Warrick address an obvious weakness for Dennis Gates. Plus, let's open an NIL card pack. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

What do I make of Ohio State not offering McClellan? Brian Early seems like a different kind of football coach. If I were an NFL GM, I would target Kris Abrams-Draine and Harrison Mevis in the Draft and free agency. Plus, updates on Jayden Quaintance and Jevon Porter. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Finally, a new Mizzou athletic director! Jason Dowell is Eli Drinkwitz's latest 4-star recruit. Jordan Butler transfers to South Carolina, and good for him. The 2024 season is pivotal for Missouri football, and Brady Cook is the right leader for the job. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Mitchell is a rare talent and Kobe Brown adjacent. We have a big Jevon Porter update. Isaiah Mozee committed to Oregon, a rare recruiting loss for Eli Drinkwitz these days. What about Dante McClellan?  ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

The North End Zone plans are much more ambitious than I anticipated. An update on McDonald's All-American Jayden Quaintance. The NBA running gambling ads is no excuse for Jontay Porter. Multiple sources think Duke forward Mark Mitchell is heading to Mizzou. I hope I'm wrong about Trent Pierce and Jordan Butler. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Dennis Gates goes back to an old playbook. Jontay Porter is banned from the NBA for life, and it sure seems like he deserved it. Caleb Grill's future becomes more clear. Plus, my thoughts on Mark Mitchell and Jevon Porter.  ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Starting off with 4-stars from Pennsylvania and Ohio would be quite the coup for Eli Drinkwitz. Jayvan Boggs will visit the same weekend as Matt Zollers. John Tonje enters the portal. I'm thinking only one of the three freshmen basketball players brought in this past season will be back for 2024-25. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

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According to Iowa coach Fran McCaffery, the Hawkeyes couldn't afford Perkins. The Tigers have added experience, size, and athleticism at the point guard position. Mizzou is reportedly the leader for Corey Simms, the top-ranked football player in Missouri. What should MU football look for in the portal? Plus, we will see Faurot Field north end zone renderings soon. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Kyran Montgomery, Ryan Hoerstkamp, and Michael Cox reportedly plan to enter the portal. Duke's Mark Mitchell is one to watch for Dennis Gates and Co. We should get some North End Zone clarity next week. And, who are the best one-year players in Mizzou football and basketball history?  ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

John Calipari is reportedly heading to Arkansas, and that could be good news for Dennis Gates and Mizzou. Calipari's move is reminiscent of Frank Haith's Missouri exit. I miss the SEC East already. Women's college basketball is having a moment, and the Mizzou athletic department doesn't care. Dawn Staley is a Tiger heel, but her postgame words about Caitlin Clark were classy and good for the sport. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Notre Dame, for example, has 19 commitments in this cycle. But I think Zollers could be the start of something big. From Mizzou's perspective, the current structure is likely better than any "super conference".  ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Zollers could be the first piece in Mizzou's highest ranked class ever. Hopefully, Ron Summers can take Peyton Marshall and the Tigers' post players to the next level. Mun Choi speaks! Eric Musselman is leaving Arkansas for USC, and that's good for MU.  ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Mizzou and Georgia appear to lead for Zollers, but Alabama is making a late charge. Hopefully, Coach Gates found "his Kirby Moore", but not because Summers is an "offensive coordinator". There is a LONG way to go in the basketball transfer portal. Looks like I was right about Eric Musselman. And finally, Caitlin Clark is a joy to watch, but the tribalistic commentary surrounding the Iowa-LSU game was not helpful for the sport. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

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Zeke Mayo is not considering Missouri. Former Iowa guard Tony Perkins visits Columbia. Robin Pingeton is returning with no real support from the administration; women's basketball is significantly easier to turn around than baseball at Mizzou. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

For health reasons, Dickey Nutt is taking a step back, and that means Dennis Gates needs a new assistant coach. Michael Porter Jr. supports his brother, Jontay. Did the NCAA actually listen to me? Why would D'Moi Hodge turn down being drafted? Finally, Caitlin Clark has an interesting offer from The Big 3.  ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

It seems like the college football world is lower on Mizzou than we are. Where does this Missouri wide-receiver unit rank nationally? Plus, Brian Smith on Jayvan Boggs, Brady Cook's Draft chances, why Eli Drinkwitz can recruit. Plus, I don't need football to be as violent as possible to be enjoyable, but I do need blocking and tackling. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

The NFL approved the new kickoff rule that undoubtedly helps Harrison Mevis' prospects. Jevon Porter and Kerrick Jackson should be judged on their own individual merits. Cuonzo Martin is going back to Missouri State. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

In a wide-open field, Burden has the name recognition, ability, and hopefully the elite team to be a serious contender and value. What are Mizzou's odds to make the College Football Playoff? Based on results, Dennis Gates was overpaid this season, but long-term, that's a good thing for the Tigers.  ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Matt Zollers sets his commitment date. Mizzou Pro Day updates on Ennis Rakestraw, J.C. Carlies, and Cody Schrader. Is this it for Kentucky and John Calipari? Missouri fans should hope so. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Eli Drinkwitz seems to love new running back Nate Noel. Brady Cook barely missed ESPN's top-10 quarterbacks, but the gulf between Cook and No. 1 Carson Beck is not very wide. Luther Burden, though, took the top spot at receiver. Is Jacob Crews "a positional fit"? The missed call in the Samford-Kansas game was bad, but the instant replay is so much worse. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Kim English is right and wrong about analytics. Providence's snub probably wasn't the worst thing for Dennis Gates. Plus, my Final Four and upsets revealed.  ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Why does "Vegas" hate Mizzou football? Eli Drinkwitz has more than a dozen 4-and-5-star players set to visit Columbia, and that doesn't include quarterback Matt Zollers. Former St. Louis-area and Michigan forward Tarris Reed Jr. is in the portal.  ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

It's time for Nike to step up its Mizzou apparel game, or else the Tigers should look for another brand. Let's all make a pact and pick Samford in every bracket! Plus, my pick to win the NCAA Tournament and three teams to fade in March Madness. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

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Eli Drinkwitz and Kirby Moore, in my opinion, ran two trick plays in the Black and Gold Game for a specific purpose. Other than "the joker", Corey Batoon's defense didn't look that different. Missouri's younger receivers, including Daniel Blood, Joshua Manning, and Marquis Johnson, had a chance to shine. And no one got hurt, so maybe a lack of tackling isn't so bad. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

If Vanderbilt will pay reportedly more than $15 million to buyout Jerry Stackhouse, then anything is on the table for Dennis Gates after next season. Tamar Bates is "100%" returning to #Mizzou next year. Mohamed Diarra would have helped. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Missouri's defensive line could be a "nightmare" in 2024. No one seems worried about missing Cody Schrader. If Mizzou basketball wins tonight, does it matter? Drew Lock signs with the Giants. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Mizzou does NOT belong in the SEC...in baseball. What are the Los Angeles Clippers doing with Kobe Brown? ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Drew Pyne is officially a Tiger. Dillon Alfred's potential commitment to Mizzou is starting to feel inevitable. Dennis Gates could be looking for some new assistants this offseason, and that's an opportunity. Trent Pierce's season mirrored the entire team's in many ways. Who do the Tigers NEED back? ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Columbia native Jevon Porter enters the transfer portal, and I bet Mizzou is interested. Dennis Gates playing Mabor Majak over Aidan Shaw hurt the Tigers against LSU, who looked like "The Harlem Globetrotters" in the second half against MU's defense. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Dillon Alfred would be a great get for Eli Drinkwitz and Jacob Peeler. The new "STAR" of the Missouri defense is "The Joker". Darius Robinson hasn't officially entered the league, but he already has a note for the NFL. I stand by criticisms of Dennis Gates' defense and support of his offense. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Who is his Kirby Moore? Auburn and Missouri combined for a horrifying 50 fouls and 64 free throws! This was a putrid season, but Missouri basketball has far more potential than this. Plus, encouraging news on Connor Tollison, and Logan Reichert is working with the first unit. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Can Mizzou overcome Penn State coach James Franklin's "Pinkelcopter"? J.C. Carlies might be looking at a different position in the NFL. The risk of expanding March Madness is not worth the reward. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com

Andy Russell was one of the greatest Tigers ever. Matt Zollers' decision should come soon. Cam'Ron Johnson has been playing left guard this spring. Mookie Cooper thought about transferring, and I'm really glad he didn't. For the love of Pete, Mizzou basketball deserves ONE victory! Cody Schrader's 40 time means nothing to me, but Ennis Rakestraw's injury history is a bit of a concern. ***Follow Locked On Mizzou for FREE, and never miss an episode:LockedOnMizzou.com