Talented 2025 WR Muizz Tounkara Visiting the Rebels for Grove Bowl Games
OXFORD, Miss. — The ‘Party in the Sip’ is back as the Rebels are set to host the Grove Bowl Games this afternoon in Vaught-Hemingway. The festivities will be the perfect stage for the nation’s top prospects to get a glimpse of not only an elite football program in Oxford but also the unique culture that continues to make Ole Miss a special destination. One of those prospects in the Vaught today will be wide receiver Muizz Tounkara.
Tounkara is one of the Lone Star state’s most-riveting prospects, as the 6-foot-4, 195-pounder out of League City (Texas) is swiftly making a name for himself in the 2025 class.
For now, Tounkara is ranked as a three-star prospect. He stands as the No 74 wide receiver in the nation and the No.72 overall athlete out of a very talent-rich state of Texas.
6’4 195 slidin 🧑🏿🦯🧑🏿🦯 @Walkemdownceo @CoachBChavez @CoachOBrantley @coach_renfro @SerigneT97 @MikeRoach247 @adamgorney @BHoward_11 pic.twitter.com/Zy74suW9yL
— Muizz Tounkara☪️ (@TounkaraMuizz) March 29, 2024
Tounkara currently holds 15 offers, one of which came from Ole Miss last month. Schools offering him thus far include: Colorado State, Vanderbilt, Houston, Marshall, Memphis, North Texas, Penn State, Pittsburgh, Texas State, USF, and others.
There will be plenty more offers ahead for him, but keep an eye out on Missouri as Tounkara’s older brother, Serigne, is a defensive lineman for the Tigers.
A quick scouting of Tounkara shows his speed and excellent footwork.
Right back to it @Walkemdownceo @SerigneT97 @TimVerghese @CoachOBrantley @CoachBChavez @coach_renfro @bmecamps pic.twitter.com/sgzxq30KWf
— Muizz Tounkara☪️ (@TounkaraMuizz) March 24, 2024
It is no surprise that a rising young talent such as Tounkara has chosen to make a stop in the Sip where there is such a history of star receivers showcasing their abilities in Lane Kiffin’s offense. On hand at today’s Grove Bowl Games will be former Ole Miss and current NFL stars AJ Brown and Elijah Moore.
We caught up with Muizz to share a few thoughts prior to his Grove Bowl visit.
RW: What are you most looking forward on your visit to Oxford?
Tounkara: Just being around all the coaches and players and the crazy atmosphere.
RW: What has stood out most about the way the Rebels have recruited you?
Tounkara: What is standing out is the love they are showing. Calling me every day, texting me every day, making sure I know I’m one of their top priorities.
RW: Any schools right now that you are really vibing with or coming on strong in your recruitment?
Tounkara: Ole Miss, Vandy, and Penn State
RW: What do you think you could bring to a team like Ole Miss?
Tounkara: I think I could just bring my big-play ability, on special teams returning kicks and on offense scoring touchdowns.
RW: What is the timeline as far as future visits, narrowing your schools and your commitment?
Tounkara: That will be decided later after this Spring.
Muizz Tounkara has confidence in his skillset and knows what he wants, and like many rising athletes he is making sure to dive in and take every opportunity to continue to search for the best fit. He is an intriguing recruit to watch, and I know the Rebels are looking to remain on his mind.
We will have more with Tounkara following his Grove Bowl visit. Hotty Toddy!
Lee Ann Herring-Olvedo
Lee Ann is the Director of Recruiting for The Rebel Walk. She is a veteran SEC sports journalist and NFL content writer. She is also the Sr. Editor for MESPORTS digital. Herring-Olvedo is a Brown University graduate who loves good cigars, good games, and a smooth glass of bourbon — not necessarily in that order.
