Transfer hurt: Dotson out
Missouri lost Michigan safety transfer Elijah Dotson to a torn labrum in spring practice — the injury occurred during drills but he’s expected back for summer OTAs. (clutchpoints.com) The setback is a reminder spring camps can alter depth charts months before fall camp opens. (clutchpoints.com)
Mizzou confirmed Dotson underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum; the procedure and his recovery were reported March 30, 2026 by On3 and the Columbia Missourian. (on3.com) Dotson spent 2025 at Michigan, appearing in 12 games and recording 11 tackles and one interception during his freshman season, per his college bios. (mutigers.com) A former four‑star recruit, Dotson was ranked among the nation’s top defensive backs in the Class of 2025 — listed as a top‑12 corner and a top‑100 overall prospect in recruiting rankings. (247sports.com) Scouts and staff had identified Dotson as one of Missouri’s most promising offseason additions after spring drills, with reports calling him a potential leader in the Tigers’ revamped secondary. (on3.com) His absence arrives amid significant turnover in Columbia this offseason: starting safety Marvin Burks Jr. entered the transfer portal and other secondary pieces, including Mose Phillips III, also departed as the program navigated roughly two dozen portal moves. (on3.com)
