Samson Bailey’s first collegiate snap could be as Mizzou’s starting center

Three young returnees could join the Missouri offensive line rotation this fall, though two (AJ Harris, Tanner Owen) are working through injury issues at the moment. Samson Bailey could earn a chance to become Mizzou’s starting center for the next three years.

6’4, 290, So.

Lamar, MO

Oscar Gamble: It seems like Bailey’s playing center, having moved ahead of Alec Abeln and AJ Harris for the starting position.

It’s a bit scary to think about breaking in a new center, and the accompanying QB-center exchanges, particularly after the departure of the standout Evan Boehm.

He does have an excellent name for an offensive lineman, so let’s hope he’s strong enough to hold up against SEC defenses that will…