Punter Dane Olmstead Commits to Mizzou

The Buzz: Missouri football adds top-rated 2027 punter to signing class

Mar. 20, 2026 at 5:04am

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Missouri football has added a local specialist to its 2027 signing class, with punter Dane Olmstead from Freeburg, Illinois, announcing his commitment to the Tigers. Olmstead is rated by Kohl's Kicking Camps as one of the best five punters in the 2027 class and is also an accomplished wrestler.

Why it matters

The addition of a top-rated punter like Olmstead is an important recruiting win for the Missouri football program as they look to continue building depth and talent on special teams. Olmstead's commitment also highlights the program's ability to attract top local talent from the surrounding region.

The details

Olmstead is rated by Kohl's Kicking Camps as a five-star punter and kicker, being ranked as the fourth-best punter in the 2027 class. He won the punting competition at the 2025 Kohl's Midwest Winter Showcase. Olmstead is also an impressive wrestler, winning the 215-pound wrestling 1A State Championship in Illinois. He trains with former Oklahoma kicker Austin Seibert, who spent six seasons in the NFL.

  • Olmstead announced his commitment to Missouri on Thursday, March 20, 2026.
  • He won the punting competition at the 2025 Kohl's Midwest Winter Showcase.

The players

Dane Olmstead

A punter from Freeburg, Illinois, who is rated as one of the top five punters in the 2027 recruiting class.

Austin Seibert

A former First-team All-Big 12 kicker for Oklahoma who spent six seasons in the NFL and now trains Olmstead.

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The takeaway

The commitment of a top-rated punter like Dane Olmstead is an important recruiting win for the Missouri football program as they look to continue building depth and talent on special teams. Olmstead's strong kicking and wrestling background make him an exciting addition to the Tigers' 2027 signing class.