Missouri’s average star value in the Rivals database for 2021 recruits is 3.13, which is currently 10th in the SEC and 27th nationally. Five of the Tigers’ seven Class of 2021 commitments are from Missouri, and another is from just over the river in East St. Louis, Ill. Success! The Tigers 2021 class ranks higher than Alabama, but of the Crimson Tide’s eight commits, seven of them are four-stars. Clearly the state's elite like playing in their home state, as six have committed to the University of Missouri. Although the rankings look impressive, it’s too early to read much into them. Most of Drinkwitz’s class hinges on Ford’s commitment, as he’s Missouri’s only recruit in the top-200 nationally according to 247sports. Missouri football head coach Eliah Drinkwitz talks to reporters on National Signing Day on Feb. 5 at Memorial Stadium. But how much has really changed on the recruiting trail? (tncms-inline)1276553150107922438[0](/tncms-inline). An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Vote 'No' on Amendment 3 if you supported Clean Missouri, Marion Guffey, Feb. 19, 1924 — Oct. 14, 2020, Theodore (Ted) Fisher, Jan. 1, 1923 — Oct. 12, 2020, Patricia Ann Brumbach, Feb. 5, 1932 — Oct. 16, 2020, Paul Richard Johnson, June 13, 1923 — Oct. 3, 2020. Open Article in App. That year, Missouri had three four-stars in quarterback Connor Bazelak, offensive lineman Jack Buford, and safety Jalani Williams. We hope that you continue to enjoy our free content. Just create an account, no credit card required! © 2005-2020 CBS Interactive. Greg Schiano’s Scarlet Knights have already signed 21 recruits. Drinkwitz has the most recruits of those four and so he currently has the best class of the conference’s newcomers. He’s recruiting within Missouri’s borders well. However, Missouri is making its committed players a priority. The only … © 2020 Verizon Media. Duncanville’s Ja’Quinden Jackson tops our list of the Dallas area’s best high school football recruits. Bill Jackson, of Cardinal Ritter, is one of the top running backs in the state and committed to Tulsa. Try a Shakespeare-themed bed and breakfast, Be a wise guy and enjoy Kansas City's mobster tour, Pay what you can for a meal at Take Root Cafe in Kirksville, Brady outplays Rodgers, Buccaneers rout Packers 38-10, Steelers stay perfect, blow out Mayfield, Browns 38-7, 'It's really crazy': Late goals cap another wild day in EPL, Logano wins at Kansas to clinch spot in Cup Series finale, Florida's Mullen joins players in testing positive for virus, SEC announces shift in Missouri's football schedule, Painted nails and PATs: Schupp's path to becoming Battle's kicker, Missouri football affected in wild week of COVID-19 in the SEC, Missouri men's basketball expressing excitement following its first practice, Notebook: Missouri thankful for unexpected off week, Bazelak named SEC freshman of week; WR Boone in portal, Tolton Catholic’s duo of seniors key for historic softball season, Missouri's Homecoming game vs. Vanderbilt postponed, Rock Bridge finishes its senior day with win over Hickman in the Providence Bowl. This class has had over twice as many commits to this point than last year, according to 247sports. All rights reserved. According to 247Sports composite rankings, Missouri only has one four-star, Lutheran North defensive end Travion Ford, out of its 16 recruits. Which state plays the best high school football. The Tigers also landed three of Missouri’s top-10 recruits. Only 15 Power Five schools have matched Missouri’s total of 16 pledges, but seven of those schools have more four-stars, according to 247Sports. Low 42F. Three candidates seek to become attorney general, Bellinger HR sends Dodgers to 3rd World Series in 4 years, PHOTO GALLERY: Pandemics, politics and ... pumpkins, Contextualizing Missouri's hot start to the 2021 recruiting cycle, Developers withdraws rezoning request for Green Meadows apartment plan, Legislative candidates list priorities for COVID-19 aid, Amendment 3 would undo 'Clean Missouri' redistricting changes, Pandemic complicates predictions for general election turnout, Amendment 1 would impose term limits on several statewide officeholders, Tolton and Rock Bridge girls golf head to state championship tournaments, Lock, Broncos beat Pats in COVID-delayed game, McDermott credits Reid's influence as Bills host Chiefs, PHOTO GALLERY: Bruins secure rivalry again in Providence Bowl matchup, DEAR READER: Missourian's Voters Guide has key information you need ahead of the election.