Charles Njoku is the latest commitment for Mizzou
Missouri has landed its eighth verbal commitment of the 2019 class on Sunday evening when Wayne Hills (N.J.) tight end Charles Njoku announced his decision on Twitter.
"They were excited," Njoku explained. "They said they couldn't wait until I put it out there. I was excited as well."
The four-star prospect felt a real connection with the coaching staff and players during his official visit to Columbia back in June.
"They treated me like family when I went out there," he explained. "I had a great time. I really liked the school, the coaches, and the teammates."
The four-star prospect has been in contact with tight ends coach Joe Jon Finley throughout the recruiting process and he likes the versatility and skills of the 6-foot-5, 204-pound prospect.
"He likes my attitude and how I love the game," Njoku noted. "He likes my size, he likes my speed, he likes my route running. He doesn't know where (tight end or wide receiver) he wants to use me yet because it depends on how much weight I gain the first year I'm up there."
While excited about his commitment to the Tigers, the New Jersey product will keep his recruiting options open throughout the upcoming season.
"I'm going to take all of my official visits, but right now I'm committed to Missouri."
The New Jersey product chose the Tigers over the likes of Rutgers, Boston College, Virginia, Wake Forest, Georgia Tech, and others.
Njoku brings the list of known commitments to eight after the Sunday morning pledge from Rock Bridge defensive back Martez Manuel.