
Missouri’s veteran trench plug: Jayson Palmgren brought toughness, stability, and blue-collar grit
In the 2011 season, Jayson Palmgren was a steady, physical Missouri offensive lineman who logged meaningful snaps at left guard, started 12 games the year before, and earned honorable mention All-Big 12 recognition. He was praised by Missouri as a big, physical trench worker who fit the team’s run-heavy identity and helped protect special teams, too. If you want an O-lineman who plays with edge, consistency, and a grinder’s mentality rather than flashy recruiting-hype sizzle, Palmgren is exactly that kind of fit.