BREAKING NEWS: Mizzou’s Connor Tollison Secures NCAA Eligibility Extension After Season-Ending Injury, Returning To The Tigers
In a major development for the University of Missouri’s football program, senior offensive lineman Connor Tollison has secured an NCAA eligibility extension after a season-ending injury earlier this year. This decision clears the way for Tollison to return for another season with the Tigers, providing a significant boost to the team’s offensive line heading into the 2025 season.
Tollison, who was poised to be a cornerstone of the Tigers’ line in 2024, suffered a serious injury that forced him to sit out the remainder of the season. His potential return to Mizzou was uncertain, with many speculating that the injury would mark the end of his collegiate football career. However, after an intense review process by the NCAA, Tollison was granted an extension to his eligibility due to the unusual circumstances surrounding his injury.
“This is a huge relief,” Tollison said in a statement. “I’m incredibly grateful to the NCAA and to the Mizzou coaching staff for their support throughout this process. I can’t wait to get back on the field and help this team achieve its goals next season.”
The 6-foot-5, 310-pound lineman has been a key figure for the Tigers since his freshman year, earning accolades for his leadership and performance on the field. His return adds stability to a unit that will undergo significant changes in the coming months.
Mizzou head coach Eli Drinkwitz also expressed his excitement for Tollison’s return, stating, “Connor has been a tremendous leader for our program. His leadership and experience will be invaluable to our offensive line, and we are thrilled to have him back.”
As Mizzou prepares for the 2025 season, the return of Connor Tollison strengthens their hopes of contending in the SEC and beyond. The Tigers now look forward to having one of their top veterans back, as they aim to build on their success from the previous year.
