Missouri’s running back corps has become a benchmark in the SEC, producing the conference’s top rusher in 2021, 2023 and 2025 under head coach Eli Drinkwitz.
The program’s recent surge has been fueled by alumni such as Tyler Badie and Jamal Roberts, who emerged as SEC stars after developing under the Tigers’ staff.
Now the pipeline is set to welcome its next star: four‑star running back Kingston Miles, a St. Louis native who announced his commitment to the 2027 class last week.
Miles is expected to join the roster for the 2027 season, providing depth and a fresh infusion of talent that aligns with the team’s need for continued dominance at the position.
A Pipeline That Keeps Producing
The connection between St. Mary’s High School and the University of Missouri has become a recurring theme, with each new recruit building on the achievements of those who preceded him.
Coach Drinkwitz’s staff has repeatedly shown an ability to identify and nurture talent, turning raw prospects into SEC‑level performers, a track record that bodes well for the upcoming class.
Fans and analysts alike are already speculating on how Miles will fit into the backfield, but the consensus is clear: the Tigers’ running back room remains one of the most promising in the nation.