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J.T. Granato didn't need to visit the Missouri State campus to know he wanted to jump in and compete for the starting quarterback job.
Granato confirmed to the News-Leader on Thursday he will transfer from Rice University in Houston, Texas, to Missouri State and be eligible to play immediately.
The redshirt sophomore decided to leave the Rice football program Monday before visiting Abilene Christian on Tuesday. That night, Missouri State football coaches were on the phone to express their interest.
Before getting on a plane to Springfield on Wednesday night, Granato accepted Missouri State's offer.