Former Kansas State safety Kaleb Prewett lands at Missouri

It appears former Kansas State safety Kaleb Prewett is headed back to his home state.

Prewett’s high school coach confirmed to PowerMizzou.com that Prewett will transfer to Missouri, where he will have two years of eligibility remaining after sitting out the 2016 season. The Blue Springs, Mo., native plans to arrive at Missouri in the summer.

Prewett hinted at his transfer destination in a tweet earlier this week. He also changed his Twitter bio to “former Kansas State safety, current Mizzou safety.”

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Prewett started eight games for Kansas State last season, finishing fourth on the team with 49 tackles. He also had a sack and a pass break-up. Prewett also played in six games as a true freshman in 2014, mainly on special teams.

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Prewett was a three-star recruit in the 2014 class and held an offer from Missouri, but opted to attend Kansas State alongside two high school teammates.

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