Mizzou DC pleased with the progress of the defense

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

Mizzou defensive coordinator Steve Wilks said he's pleased with the progress of his defense as Fall Camp winds down.

You can hear our full interview with Coach Wilks in the video player below.

Coach Wilks said the defensive line has set the tone during fall camp, and he expects them to be the strength of the defense.

He added he expects there to be a rotation with the cornerbacks this season.

"All of those guys are going to be in the mix," Coach Wilks said. "All of those guys are going to play."

You can watch extended highlights from Tuesday's practice in the video player below.

We also got to speak with Mizzou linebacker Blaze Alldredge. He said he's honored to wear the No. 25 this season in honor of Aaron O'Neal.

"At first, I wasn't sure cause it is a lot of pressure," Alldredge said. "But, talking with the coaches - I just want to really embrace the tradition."

He added, "I'm just going to accept the honor and do my best to be worthy of it on the field and in the community."

Aaron O'Neal tragically died in the summer of 2005 during a voluntary workout. Since 2009, the Mizzou coaching staff has given the number to an MU linebacker. Alldredge is the fourth Tiger to wear the No. 25 in honor of Aaron O'Neal.

You can hear more from Alldredge and several other players in the video players below.