2009 OUTLOOK
Talented walk-on athlete who will be in his fourth year on the Tiger squad, including his third as a tight end ... Begins fall drills listed on the depth chart at the tight end spot, where there is a lot of competition jockeying for playing time following the graduation of 2008 All-American Chase Coffman.
2008 SEASON
Worked hard as part of the offensive scout team ... Caught one pass for nine yards to close out spring drills in the annual Black & Gold Spring Game.
2007 SEASON
Spent his second year in the program at the tight end position, switching there prior to the start of fall camp.
2006 SEASON
Played on the defensive line as part of the scout team in 2006 in his first year at Mizzou, and made a good impression with his athleticism and work ethic.
HIGH SCHOOL
Two-time All-Conference and All-District performer for Branson High School, at defensive end as a junior and at linebacker as a senior ... Was a three-year starter on the varsity for coach Steve Hancock ... Also lettered in track and was a state qualifier in both the 4x200-meter relay as well as the discus
PERSONAL
Parents - Phil & Patty Loyd ... Plans to major in hotel and restaurant management at Mizzou, with a goal of owning his own business ... Chose to attend MU over other schools such as Arkansas, Auburn and Georgia Tech.
