COLUMBIA, Mo. - Mizzou wrestling head coach Brian Smith announces the signing of three wrestlers to the 2027 signing class on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026.
Cason Craft | Spiro, Okla. | Coweta | Threestyle Wrestling of Oklahoma
Hailing from Spiro, Oklahoma, Craft enters his senior season of high school ranked No. 72 on the class of 2027 recruiting Big Board. Compiling a high school record of 117-5, Craft has won two state titles in three finals appearances for the Coweta Tigers. He claimed a 113-pound Junior Greco National Title at 113 pounds this past July at Fargo to go along with a 2024 Greco title at 106 pounds. In total, he is an eight-time Fargo All-American, two-time Greco Champion, two-time folkstyle national champion and a four-time Preseason National Champion.
Craft On Choosing Tiger Style“
I chose Mizzou because I truly believe that the coaches and team will push me to become the best version of myself, not only on the mat but in life as well. The Tiger Style culture is what I want to be surrounded by every day.”
Coach Smith on Craft
“We’re excited to add Cason to the room and continue the tradition of bringing talented young guys out of Oklahoma into Tiger Style. He’s coming off impressive wins at Preseason Nationals and a collegiate tournament, and he brings a scrappy, competitive mentality that we value. He’s a great fit for our program, and we’re excited about what he can accomplish here.”
Zyan Knollmeyer | Jefferson City, Mo. | Helias Catholic
Ranked No. 81 in the class of 2027 recruiting Big Board, Knollmeyer is coming off his first individual state title for the Crusaders with a perfect 40-0 season. He has accumulated a varsity record of 75-7 en route to two Missouri Class 3 state finals appearances. Knollmeyer also claimed an NHSCA Junior National Title at 285 pounds in March.
Knollmeyer On Choosing Tiger Style
“Being a Tiger has always been a dream of mine. There's no greater feeling than having the opportunity to represent my home state and wear the Black and Gold. I'm ready to get to work.”
Coach Smith on Knollmeyer
“We take a lot of pride in keeping Missouri’s top talent in-state, and we’re excited to welcome Zyan to the program. He’s a young man who has overcome a great deal of adversity, and his journey has helped shape the competitor he is today. He has tremendous upside, and we’re excited to get to work with him and help him reach his full potential.”
Additionally, Brady Collins is set to join the team next season. Collins signed with the team last year but took a gap year due to eligibility rule changes.
Brady Collins | Burlington, Wisconsin | East Troy | Askren Wrestling Academy
Collins joins Tiger Style from Askren Wrestling Academy in Wisconsin. He was ranked No. 14 at 126 pounds and No. 124 on the 2026 Big Board, with a high school record of 123-10. Collins was runner-up in the state tournament last season and placed sixth at Fargo over the summer.
Collins trained under Ben Askren at Askren Wrestling Academy, finishing 9-0 at Junior Duals.
Collins on Choosing Tiger Style
"The coaching staff has my best interest in mind, not just about wrestling but about life."
Coach Smith on Collins
"Brady is another talented wrestler coming out of Askren Wrestling Academy that we are excited about bringing to Columbia. He has really improved on the mat, making jumps in his technique and confidence."
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