ST. LOUIS -- Missouri has reinstated Maty Mauk, the quarterback who was twice suspended last season.
New coach Barry Odom confirmed the move Wednesday before the annual Braggin' Rights basketball game between Illinois and Missouri.
"I believe in guys having opportunities and chances," Odom said.
Odom said he was convinced after meeting with Mauk that he was excited about rejoining the program and wanted to make it official before players left for the holiday break. Mauk has one year of eligibility remaining and could contend with freshman Drew Lock for the starting job next season.