Chase Daniel, widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in the history of the Missouri Tigers football program, has recently opened up about his exclusion from the Missouri Ring of Honor. This revelation comes as the Tigers prepare to kick off their new season under head coach Eli Drinkwitz.
Daniel played for the Tigers from 2005 to 2008, during which he established himself as a standout player, throwing for a remarkable 101 touchdowns. His performance in 2007 earned him a spot as a Heisman Trophy finalist, where he finished fourth in the voting. He also received accolades as the Offensive Player of the Year in the Big 12, solidifying his legacy at the university.
Despite his impressive resume, Daniel is not a member of the Missouri Ring of Honor, which has specific eligibility requirements. In a recent appearance on the podcast Bussin’ With The Boys, Daniel explained that to be inducted, players must either be a first-team All-American or a Heisman Trophy winner. In 2007, Florida Gators quarterback Tim Tebow won the Heisman, which not only prevented Daniel from claiming that honor but also relegated him to second-team All-American status.
During the podcast, co-host Will Compton expressed disbelief at Daniel's exclusion from the Ring of Honor, especially considering that his former teammate Jeremy Maclin was recently inducted. Daniel expressed hope that he might one day join Maclin in the prestigious honor, reflecting on the strong bond they formed during their time together at Missouri.
One of the defining moments of Daniel's career came during a historic game against the Kansas Jayhawks in November 2007, famously dubbed "Armageddon at Arrowhead." In that matchup, the No. 3-ranked Tigers faced off against the No. 2-ranked Jayhawks at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Daniel delivered a stellar performance, throwing for three touchdowns and leading Missouri to a 36-28 victory, which temporarily placed them at the top of the national rankings.
Although the Tigers went on to lose the Big 12 Championship Game to the Oklahoma Sooners, Daniel's contributions during his tenure helped transform the program. Under head coach Gary Pinkel, who was in his fifth year when Daniel joined the team, the Tigers experienced a turnaround after struggling in previous seasons. Daniel's leadership on the field was instrumental in guiding Missouri to three bowl game victories during his time as quarterback.
As the Tigers gear up for their upcoming season opener against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, expectations are high. Daniel has predicted that Missouri will finish the season with an 8-4 record, including a potential upset against the Oklahoma Sooners. The team is looking to bounce back after a disappointing 8-5 season, which ended with a loss in the Gator Bowl to the Virginia Cavaliers. With Drinkwitz at the helm, the Tigers aim to reestablish themselves as competitive contenders in the Southeastern Conference.
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