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CBC tight end Niko Hea becomes latest target to pick Mizzou

Add another local football prospect to Missouri’s collection. CBC tight end Niko Hea visited Mizzou earlier this month and late Monday announced his verbal commitment on Twitter.

After an amazing phone call with the Mizzou coaching staff, im honored to say i have received an offer from the University of Missouri and i will also be committing! #MIZud83dudc2f pic.twitter.com/RvnfiPaTXD

— Niko Hea (@HeaNiko) December 18, 2018

Hea caught 43 passes for 814 yards for the Class 6 state champion Cadets this season. At 6-5, 220 pounds, Hea holds offers from mostly Group of 5 programs, Ivy League schools and FCS teams.