The college football transfer portal is still officially closed, but the action has already begun. Missouri football is preparing for a significant offseason, with major changes expected in Columbia over the coming weeks. The transfer portal will open for entries from January 2 to 16, and the Tigers are set to finalize most of their 2026 roster in the next few months. Unlike previous years, there won’t be a spring transfer portal window this year.

Before the portal opens, 18 Mizzou players have already announced their intention to enter the transfer portal by Wednesday afternoon, December 31. Most of these players were freshmen or reserves, but the list also includes starting quarterback Beau Pribula and two wide receivers who started games in 2025.

Missouri has several key needs for its 2026 squad, including quarterback, wide receiver, cornerback, and various offensive line positions. Several upcoming NFL Draft decisions and transfer choices could significantly impact the Tigers’ strategy in the portal.

Here are some of the recent additions to the Missouri roster through the transfer portal:

• Jahlil Florence, cornerback, Oregon (Jan. 5)
• Caleb Goodie, wide receiver, Cincinnati (Jan. 5)
• Robert Woodyard Jr., linebacker, Auburn (Jan. 5)
• Austin Simmons, quarterback, Ole Miss (Jan. 6)
• JaDon Blair, safety, Notre Dame (Jan. 6)
• Xai’Shaun Edwards, running back, Houston Christian (Jan. 6)

On the other hand, several Missouri players have entered the transfer portal:

• Beau Pribula, graduate, quarterback (NA)
• Joshua Manning, senior, wide receiver (NA)
• Marquis Johnson, senior, wide receiver (Mississippi State, Jan. 4)
• Jayven Richardson, redshirt senior, offensive tackle (NA)
• Marquise Davis, redshirt freshman, running back (Louisville, Jan. 5)
• Javion Hilson, redshirt freshman, defensive end (Virginia Tech, Jan. 5)
• Brandon Solis, redshirt junior, offensive lineman (NA)
• Henry Fenuku, redshirt freshman, offensive lineman (NA)
• Johnny Williams IV, redshirt junior, offensive lineman (NA)
• Brendon Haygood, redshirt freshman, running back (NA)
• James Madison II, redshirt sophomore, wide receiver (NA)
• Caleb Flagg, redshirt senior, safety (UCF, Jan. 4)
• Robert Meyer, sophomore, kicker (NA)
• Ryder Goodwin, redshirt junior, kicker (NA)
• Mark Manfred III, redshirt freshman, cornerback (NA)
• Tavorus Jones, redshirt senior, running back (NA)
• Jaylen Early, redshirt senior, offensive lineman (NA)
• Shamar McNeil, redshirt junior, cornerback (NA)
• Nate Johnson, senior, defensive end (NA)
• Keiton Jones, redshirt freshman, offensive lineman (Kansas State, Jan. 5)
• Justin Bodford, redshirt sophomore, defensive tackle (NA)
• Daniel Blood, senior, wide receiver (NA)
• Marvin Burks Jr., senior, safety (NA)
• Damon Wilson II, senior, defensive end (NA)

Missouri has added a few more players to its roster recently:

• JaDon Blair, safety, Notre Dame
• Xai’Shaun Edwards, running back, Houston Christian

There have been several updates on players transferring out of the program:

• CJ Bass III, safety, was initially reported to be entering the portal but later confirmed that he will remain at Missouri.
• Damon Wilson II, defensive end, announced his decision to enter the transfer portal.
• Austin Simmons, quarterback from Ole Miss, has committed to Missouri.
• Robert Woodyard Jr., linebacker from Auburn, has committed to play for the Tigers.
• Caleb Goodie, wide receiver from Cincinnati, has joined the team.
• Jahlil Florence, cornerback from Oregon, has committed to Missouri.

Other notable developments include:

• Marquis Johnson, wide receiver, has committed to Mississippi State.
• Marquise Davis, freshman running back, has transferred to Louisville.
• Keiton Jones, freshman offensive lineman, has signed with Kansas State.
• Joshua Manning, wide receiver, is visiting South Carolina.
• Jayven Richardson, offensive tackle, is visiting Arkansas, Baylor, and Colorado.
• Andrew Sprague, right tackle from Michigan, has entered the transfer portal.

Missouri is actively recruiting players for several positions, particularly quarterback, wide receiver, and cornerback. The team is also looking to add depth in other areas, such as offensive line and defensive tackle.

Some of the players currently being considered by Missouri include:

• Corey Scott, West Florida wide receiver
• Nick Marsh, Michigan State wide receiver
• Eugene Wilson, Florida wide receiver
• Horatio Fields, Auburn wide receiver
• Chase Sowell, Iowa State wide receiver
• Marcus Neal, Iowa State defensive back
• Jayce Brown, Kansas State wide receiver
• Bryson Rodgers, Ohio State wide receiver
• Xavier Townsend, Iowa State wide receiver
• Wyatt Young, North Texas wide receiver
• Braden Pegan, Utah State wide receiver
• Tre Brown III, Old Dominion cornerback
• Tristian Gardner, Missouri State wide receiver
• Jackson Harris, Hawai’i wide receiver

Missouri is expected to add around 15 players through the transfer portal, with some of them potentially contributing immediately. The final number may change based on player decisions and NFL draft selections.