Walk-on Missouri native who enters spring camp listed at No. 2 on the depth chart at left guard, after practicing mostly at the center position a year ago ... Was awarded with a scholarship during the 2006 season.
2006 SEASON
Saw game action in 2 games on the year, getting on the field for snaps against Mississippi and Colorado ... Entered fall camp listed at No. 3 on the depth chart at center.
2005 SEASON
Did not see game action, but continued his valuable contributions to the scout team.
2004 SEASON
Joined the team as a walk-on and contributed to the scout team efforts throughout the year.
HIGH SCHOOL
Was a letterman in 2003 for coach Scott Mullins ... Served as the team's captain during his senior year, and he racked up 43 tackles and 3 ½ QB sacks that season.
PERSONAL
Son of Kelly Tipton, who works with the Missouri State Highway Patrol ... Has a desire to study in the MU School of Business, with an interest toward management.