Missouri adds Charleston Southern lineman Colin Sorensen to bolster depth

Missouri picked up another offensive-line addition today with the commitment of Charleston Southern transfer Colin Sorensen, a move that strengthens the Tigers’ depth picture and adds two seasons of eligibility to the roster.

Sorensen visited Columbia before committing and arrives with accolades from his FCS career. He earned conference honorable mention recognition from head coaches and was named third-team all-conference by Phil Steele. Those nods underline a player with starting experience and the kind of film Missouri is targeting as it rebuilds depth along the line.

This marks Missouri’s 22nd portal addition overall and continues the program’s recent strategy of importing experienced linemen to plug gaps immediately. Sorensen slots into a crowded offseason calendar where spring practice and position battles will determine how the new faces fit with returning starters. With two seasons left, he provides potential short-term upside and continuity through the next coaching cycles.

For the Tigers, the practical value is straightforward: more experienced bodies available to rotate in and compete for starting roles right away. That matters in conference play where injuries and matchup-specific lineups can swing games. Sorensen’s arrival eases pressure on a room that has been active in the portal, giving coaches flexibility to play multiple fronts and develop depth without burning a true freshman season.

The timing also matters for fans keeping an eye on spring drills. Sorensen will have the opportunity to learn the playbook and stake a claim during spring ball, where position battles will clarify whether he projects as a starter, swing lineman, or depth piece. Special teams downs and early-season rotations often serve as entry points for transfers looking to accelerate their impact; Sorensen’s two-year window makes immediate contribution an appealing outcome for both player and program.

Community members tracking roster turnover should note that each portal addition reshapes how the Tigers deploy personnel in 2026. This is not just an isolated signing but part of a broader roster construction that prioritizes experienced line play to protect quarterbacks and execute the run game. Expect coaches to give Sorensen reps across multiple spots to find the best fit and to lean on his FCS starting experience when the season opens.

What comes next is a clear timeline: enrollment, spring practice participation, and a summer to develop conditioning and technique in the Missouri system. For readers, that means watching early position reports and depth chart updates to see whether Sorensen winds up as a day-one contributor or a rotational piece who grows into a larger role across his remaining eligibility.