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Why Dominic Lovett’s new position could spark Mizzou football offense

Missouri wide receiver Dominic Lovett talks to reporters at Memorial Stadium on Sunday, July 31, 2022, in Columbia, Mo.

Dave Matter

COLUMBIA, Mo. — Asked to describe his freshman season in one word, Missouri wide receiver Dominic Lovett chose a word that might surprise some.

“One word? I will say … outstanding,” the sophomore said this week. “Outstanding. Just coming from high school and going to the college level … some freshmen are fortunate to even be on the field.”

Lovett’s production last fall was hardly outstanding, especially measured against the expectations for the four-star playmaker from East St.