The Missouri Tigers are still cooking in the transfer portal, and they’ve just added another intriguing piece to their wide receiver room. Head coach Eli Drinkwitz and his staff continue to be aggressive in reshaping the roster, and their latest move brings in a young talent from the Big Ten.
Minnesota wide receiver Kenrick Lanier II has officially committed to Missouri, marking another power-conference addition for the Tigers. Lanier, a sophomore, didn’t see much action with the Golden Gophers last season - he finished with just three catches for 79 yards - but there’s more to the story than just the stat line.
Coming out of Decatur, Georgia, Lanier was a four-star recruit in the Class of 2023, according to 247Sports. He had offers from several Power Five programs, including Vanderbilt and Georgia Tech, before ultimately choosing Minnesota. Now, he’s betting on a fresh start in Columbia, where he’ll have a chance to carve out a bigger role in a wide receiver room that’s quickly becoming one of the more interesting position groups on the roster.
Lanier is the 21st addition for Mizzou through the transfer portal this cycle, and he’s part of a growing group of wideouts joining the Tigers. He’ll line up alongside fellow portal pickups Caleb Goodie (Cincinnati), Horatio Fields (Auburn), and Naeshaun Montgomery (Florida), giving Missouri a blend of size, speed, and untapped potential across the board.
For Drinkwitz, this is about more than just adding bodies - it's about competition and versatility. Missouri’s offense is looking to build on its momentum, and bringing in a player like Lanier, who still has multiple years of eligibility and a high ceiling, fits the long-term vision. The Tigers are clearly placing an emphasis on depth and upside at receiver, and Lanier’s arrival adds another layer to what could be a dynamic group in the making.
With the portal window closing, Missouri’s moves suggest they’re not just trying to maintain - they’re looking to elevate. Lanier might not have made headlines in Minnesota, but in Columbia, he’s getting a fresh slate and a real shot to make an impact.