Kelly Bryant update

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As far as which program leads at this point in the process, Bryant isn't revealing any secrets, but did say Missouri made quite the impression during his time in Columbia over the weekend.

"I definitely liked it," Bryant said. "Looking at the surrounding pieces that they have coming back on both sides of the ball; it’s a balanced offense with West Coast elements, spread elements, run-pass option and things I'm used to and things that will help prepare me for the NFL. Being able to go in there and learn and get better for a year would be a great opportunity."

Bryant said he had chance to meet with current Missouri quarterback Drew Lock and the two bonded and had a great conversation about what Bryant would need to do in order to be successful at Missouri. "Drew and I had talked a little before I got there," Bryant said. "But sitting down and talking with him Friday about everything, he really brought more comfort to me. I feel like it could be the right place for me."

Missouri offensive Derek Dooley, who spent five seasons with the Dallas Cowboys before taking over as the Tigers offensive coordinator this year, also has Bryant's attention with his plans on how to use Bryant. "That stood out to me," Bryant said. "It's Dooley's first year first year putting the offense together and Drew had to learn it quickly. Seeing how quick he picked it up and where he's at, I know if he can do it and learn in under a a year that gives me more confidence I can do the same thing. Looking at it from that standpoint, it checked all my boxes in terms of what I'm looking for in a program, both with football and with my master's program."

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