One of the possibly biggest days in Missouri recruiting is here. An announcement from Columbia Rock Bridge quarterback Logan Gray will be made at a press conference at 1:00 Tuesday afternoon.

The Tigers, along with Georgia, Auburn and Florida, are in Gray's final four. The four-star prospect, who is rated as the No. 2 player in the state, has picked up more than 20 offers from programs coast to coast. Last week, Gray announced all but Missouri and the three SEC schools had been cut from the list. On Sunday night, Rivals.com broke the news that Gray would hold a press conference at Rock Bridge on Tuesday.

Only PowerMizzou.com will be at the press conference in person to keep fans updated on the step by step process. We will provide pictures and interviews from the event, in addition to live updates leading up to Gray's announcement. Within seconds of Gray's announcement, PowerMizzou.com will let you know where he has chosen to go to school. Following the announcement, we will talk with Gray and his coach, in addition to providing analysis of the decision. How important is it to the program if he chooses Missouri? Where do the Tigers turn if he goes elsewhere?

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As mentioned, Gray is the number two prospect in the state of Missouri, as well as a member of the Rivals250 and the No. 7 dual threat quarterback in the nation. The lofty rankings have come after Gray has put up more than 4,000 yards and 41 touchdowns passing in two seasons as a starter. He has scored seven more touchdowns on the ground.

One coach has told PowerMizzou.com that Gray is a better quarterback at this stage of his career than current Tiger Chase Patton. Patton was the fourth-rated pro-style quarterback in the Class of 2004 and was recruited by the likes of UCLA and Tennessee before choosing to stay in Columbia for college.

Gray has a good arm, to be sure. But it is his athleticism that has opened eyes of recruiters across the nation. Gray's 40-time of 4.45 is phenomenal for a quarterback. He is a true dual threat and also offers coaches the ability to play another position if necessary. Many have speculated that Gray could be a fantastic safety, cornerback or wide receiver, but he has made clear his desire to stay under center.

With two other sure Division One players on the Rock Bridge offense, the Bruins are looking for a breakout year under Gray. They were 6-and-4 in his junior season.

The argument has raged on Missouri message boards since PowerMizzou.com did the very first story on Gray in June prior to his junior season. Will Gray stay home to help the Tigers turn things around or will he be lured away by a big-name program out of state?

The case for the Tigers rides largely on two things: First of all, it is home. By all accounts, Gray grew up a Tiger fan and has followed the Mizzou program closely. He was at multiple home games last season. His family lives just minutes from the stadium and would be able to see him play every game should he choose to be a Tiger.

The second factor weighing in the Tigers' favor could be the competition at quarterback. If Gray were to commit to Mizzou, the current starter would be a senior after Gray's redshirt season. He would have to beat out J.P. Tillman and Dominic Grooms, but would have a chance to be a three-year starter. Florida, Georgia and Auburn all signed quarterbacks rated in the top seven at their position in the Class of 2006. The Gators' Tim Tebow was the top-rated dual-threat prospect and the nation's number 22 recruit overall. He is thought to be the heir-apparent to Chris Leak. Auburn's Neil Caudle was the seventh-ranked pro-style quarterback in last year's class and was a member of the 2006 Rivals250. At Georgia, Matthew Stafford was the top-rated pro-style quarterback and the nation's number six recruit, regardless of position. There is some thought that Stafford could win the starting job as a freshman in Athens.

Working against the Tigers is the issue of on-field success. Gray has stated that he is not sure Missouri is at the level to compete for conference and national titles right now. Auburn finished undefeated and ranked second in the country two seasons ago. Florida won a national title back in 1996 and is thought to be well on the way back to elite status after winning nine games in Urban Meyer's first season. Georgia has won at least ten games in each of the last four years and has played in two SEC title games during that period of time. Gray would have to help build Mizzou to elite status. Auburn, Georgia and Florida are already there.

The anxious wait is nearly over for Tiger fans. In just about five hours from the time this story was posted, Gray will have his decision.

PowerMizzou.com will be live at Gray's press conference and will provide in-progress updates on our premium message board, The Tigers' Lair. Make sure to be online to follow one of the most anticipated announcements in recent Tiger history.