Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Khalief Canty Jr. across Football.
Freshmen safety Jayden McGregory, cornerback Jaxson Gates and offensive guard Khalief Canty Jr. are drawing attention as the Tigers prepare for their season‑opening game against UAB.
Early standout performances at Missouri's fall camp point to strong competition across offense, defense, and special teams, setting the stage for a promising season.
Missouri’s fall camp begins with outdoor drills, situational play and standout performances from quarterback Austin Simmons and special teams specialist Blake Craig.
Missouri's football program begins fall camp on August 3, 2025, with a projected depth chart that features a new starting quarterback, injury‑related uncertainties at running back, and several key competitions on the offensive line and secondary.
Missouri's offensive line returns its top starters under Coach Brandon Jones, aiming for a top‑ranked unit in the SEC.
Coach Eli Drinkwitz lauds the Missouri Tigers' offensive line for its size, experience and the competition brewing at right tackle as the 2026 season approaches.
The Tigers’ front seven returns three starters, features a fierce right‑tackle battle, and will be tasked with protecting quarterback Austin Simmons while Ahmad Hardy works his way back from injury.
Brandon Anderson, a three‑star offensive lineman from Kennesaw, Georgia, has left the University of Missouri program, prompting a reevaluation of the Tigers' 2026 recruiting class and its offensive line depth.
Braylon Ellison, a Boonville native with deep ties to the Missouri Tigers program, has pledged to the university as its sole Power 4 offer. Standing 6‑foot‑3 and weighing 284 pounds, he is projected to anchor the interior line. His high school career at Boonville, which included a run to the Class 3 State Playoff quarterfinals, showcased his versatility on both sides of the line. With a redshirt season slated for 2026, Ellison’s development trajectory points toward becoming a meaningful contributor by his third or fourth year, while the risk of leaving before a substantial role remains.
Khalief Canty Jr., a 6‑foot‑4, 311‑pound offensive lineman from Detroit, Michigan, joins Missouri’s 2026 class, offering versatility at tackle and guard and the potential to develop into a starter by his fourth or fifth year.