Mizzou’s Offensive Line Poised for Breakout in 2026
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.
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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.
The Bulldogs’ 2024 recruiting class, once ranked 29th nationally, has been reshaped by a wave of transfers. Key departures and remaining standouts illustrate the challenges and opportunities facing head coach Jeff Lebby as he builds future classes.
With Mississippi State yet to win a home conference game since 2022, the Tigers enter Week 4 as favorites, but the Bulldogs' new talent adds a layer of uncertainty.

This season’s schedule revives old rivalries as former Missouri Tigers line up against their former teams, sparking drama and anticipation across the SEC and beyond.
This season’s schedule pits the Missouri Tigers against a host of alumni who once starred for rival programs, creating storylines that extend beyond the field.
With 100 days until the season opener against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff, Missouri confronts uncertainty at key positions while seeking to preserve its competitive edge.
With 100 days until the Tigers' first game against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff, uncertainty surrounds star running back Ahmad Hardy's return, the emergence of left‑handed quarterback Austin Simmons, and the health of right‑tackle Josh Atkins, while new coaching hires and a flood of portal transfers reshape the squad.

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.