Dante McClellan is a rising, disruptive Missouri linebacker with real upside
In the 2026 season, Dante McClellan looks like one of Mizzou’s most intriguing young defenders: a sophomore linebacker listed at 6-1, 227, who already flashed with a pick-six in his freshman year, added a key recovery in the bowl game, and is pushing for a bigger rotational role. He stands out for burst, blitz ability, and a knack for showing up around the ball, with coaches and beat writers noting his growing pass-rush impact and “right place, right time” feel. If you want a linebacker with energy, playmaking juice, and room to grow, he’s worth the watch.
