Missouri football made waves in last year’s NFL Draft, tying a school record with six players selected - and doing it with style, placing at least one player in each of the first five rounds. That was a major milestone for head coach Eli Drinkwitz and a clear sign of the program’s upward trajectory. Now, with the 2026 NFL Draft on the horizon, the Tigers might be gearing up for an even bigger showing.
CBS Sports’ Mike Renner just dropped his latest top 150 NFL Draft prospects list, and six Missouri players made the cut. That’s nearly five full rounds' worth of talent, and it speaks volumes about the depth and development happening in Columbia. Let’s break down who landed where, what they bring to the table, and what their draft outlook looks like heading into the offseason.
No. 74 - LB Josiah Trotter
Trotter may only have two seasons of college football under his belt, but his impact has been undeniable. After redshirting at West Virginia, he transferred to Mizzou and quickly became the heart of the Tigers' defense. He led the team in tackles, was second in tackles for loss, and earned All-SEC honors - not bad for a redshirt sophomore.
He’s currently sidelined after undergoing minor knee surgery and will miss the Gator Bowl, which could play into his decision about whether to declare for the draft or return for another season. Either way, his stock is solid thanks to his instincts, physicality, and sideline-to-sideline range.
No. 83 - OL Cayden Green
Green’s versatility is going to catch a lot of eyes in NFL front offices. After starting as a freshman at Oklahoma, he transferred to Missouri and slotted in at left guard before kicking out to left tackle this past season - and thriving. Green earned All-SEC honors at tackle, showing he can handle speed off the edge and power in the trenches.
He hasn’t declared yet, but his ability to play multiple spots on the line makes him a valuable chess piece for any NFL team looking to bolster its protection. He’s the kind of lineman who could sneak into Day 2 if he tests well in the pre-draft process.
No. 85 - DT Chris McClellan
McClellan doesn’t have a choice - he’s headed to the league. And he’s doing so after a rock-solid season anchoring the interior of Missouri’s defensive front. He posted 42 tackles, seven for loss, and five sacks - all while logging over 500 snaps, the sixth-most on the team.
What stands out with McClellan is his motor and his ability to disrupt from the inside. He’s not just a space-eater - he gets upfield and makes plays. He’s already accepted an invite to the Senior Bowl, which will be a big opportunity for him to climb draft boards.
No. 110 - WR Kevin Coleman Jr.
Coleman’s numbers dipped a bit compared to his breakout season at Mississippi State, but he was still clearly Missouri’s top receiving threat. With 63 catches for 715 yards, he more than doubled the production of Mizzou’s next-best wideout - a testament both to his consistency and the struggles of the Tigers’ passing game in 2025.
He’s a smooth route-runner with reliable hands and the ability to create after the catch. If he gets into the right system - especially one that can stretch the field - he could be a sneaky value pick in the middle rounds.
No. 115 - DE Zion Young
Zion Young is the classic case of a player who bet on himself - and won. His stock skyrocketed this season thanks to a breakout campaign that included eight sacks, 14 QB hits, and 26 hurries across 511 snaps. He also graded out as Missouri’s top defensive player by PFF College, finishing with an impressive 84.3 overall mark.
Young’s blend of size, burst, and technique has scouts buzzing, and he’s been mentioned in some early mock drafts as a potential Day 1 or Day 2 pick. However, his status for the Gator Bowl is in question following a recent DWI arrest. Head coach Eli Drinkwitz said the situation will be handled internally, but it’s something NFL teams will be monitoring closely.
No. 141 - OT Keagen Trost
Trost is one of the best stories in college football this year. In his seventh - yes, seventh - year of eligibility, he finally found a home at Missouri after stops at Morgan State, Indiana State, and Wake Forest. And he made the most of it.
Trost was a rock at right tackle, playing 834 snaps and allowing just two sacks and nine pressures all season. He posted elite PFF grades across the board - 91.6 overall, 90.9 in run blocking, and 83.9 in pass protection. That kind of production, combined with his experience and maturity, makes him an intriguing late-round option for teams looking for plug-and-play depth on the offensive line.
Notably Absent: DE Damon Wilson II
One name missing from the top 150 is defensive end Damon Wilson II - a bit of a surprise, considering he's been mocked as a potential first-rounder in some circles. Wilson still has eligibility and could return to school, but his absence from this list raises questions about how evaluators are viewing his current draft stock.
All told, Missouri continues to churn out NFL-caliber talent at a rate the program hasn’t seen in years. With six players already on the radar - and potentially more to come - the Tigers are making a strong case as one of the SEC’s most quietly effective pipelines to the pros. If Drinkwitz can keep this momentum rolling, don’t be surprised if Mizzou becomes a regular fixture in both the SEC title race and the NFL Draft green room.