The tear continues as Mizzou adds a 19th commit to its Class of 2026. This time, its four star defensive lineman Tahj Overton who joins a newly-boosted recruiting class.
Overton flipped his commitment from Oklahoma State, following his decommitment on Sunday. Rumors were circulating that Overton was leaning towards Mizzou, but now it’s official. Overton visited Columbia during the Alabama matchup.
Stewart joins 18 other Tigers as Mizzou’s 2026 recruiting class is officially turn around. The Tigers’ class was ranked outside of the top 80 in 247Sport’s team rankings and is now ranked 27th with the new additions. He joins Demarcus Johnson as the second defensive lineman to join the class.
Get to know: Tajh Overton
Hometown: Owasso, Oklahoma
High School: Owasso High School
Position: Defensive lineman
Ht/Wt: 6’3, 275 lbs.
247Composite Ranking: Four-Star, 0.9067
Rivals Industry Ranking: Four-Star, 90.22
Total announced offers: 27
Offers to note: Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Ole Miss, Arizona State
Big and strong. Exactly what Mizzou needs. I think he’ll pair nicely with Demarcus Johnson down the line but Overton is a huge pickup for the Tigers. He’s the second rated player in Mizzou’s 2026 recruiting class behind offensive lineman commit Johnnie Jones.
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