Trending Now - Missouri Tigers Secure Commitment From Transfer Jaylen Carey

WHO:

On3 - Jaylen Carey, a 6-foot-8, 265-pound forward, is a transfer from Tennessee.

Rock M Nation - Jaylen Carey is the son of former NFL offensive lineman Vernon Carey and the younger brother of former Duke All-American Vernon Carey Jr.

On3 - Dennis Gates is the head coach of the Missouri Tigers.

WHAT:

On3 - Jaylen Carey committed to the Missouri Tigers on April 11th, 2026.

On3 - Carey averaged 7.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game during the 2025-26 season at Tennessee.

On3 - Carey ranked third in the SEC with 103 offensive rebounds during the 2025-26 season.

Rock M Nation - Carey attempted 223 shots at Tennessee, with 186 of those coming at the rim, representing 83% of his shots.

WHERE:

On3 - Jaylen Carey played at the University of Tennessee.

Rock M Nation - Carey is from Southwest Ranches, Florida.

WHEN:

On3 - Jaylen Carey announced his commitment to Missouri on April 11th, 2026.

Rock M Nation - Carey played for Tennessee during the 2025-26 NCAA season.

WHY:

On3 - Missouri ranked 117th nationally in offensive rebounds last year and is losing its two best players in that category, Mark Mitchell and Shawn Phillips, who are graduating.

HOW:

On3 - Jaylen Carey is a three-time transfer, having previously played at James Madison and Vanderbilt before Tennessee.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 21:19 UTC)

Jaylen Carey, a 6-foot-8, 265-pound forward and the son of former NFL offensive lineman Vernon Carey, committed to the Missouri Tigers on Saturday, after playing at the University of Tennessee during the 2025-26 NCAA season. During his time at Tennessee, Carey averaged 7.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game, ranking third in the SEC with 103 offensive rebounds. Missouri, which struggled with offensive rebounds last year and is losing its top players in that category, is looking to bolster its lineup with Carey's skills as he makes his third transfer after stints at James Madison and Vanderbilt.