No. 20 Missouri Hosts Troy Before SEC Play
No. 20 Missouri Hosts Troy Before SEC Play
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The game is scheduled for a 6 p.m. CT kickoff and will be broadcast on SEC Network+.
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Missouri’s throwback uniforms include a narrow Block M helmet logo and gray facemask modeled on the Tigers’ 1971 look, along with other historical elements.
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Missouri safety Santana Banner has firsthand experience with a major upset: at Northern Illinois last season, he recorded six tackles and recovered a blocked field goal in the Huskies’ 16-14 win over then-No. 5 Notre Dame. Coach Eli Drinkwitz cited that game as an example of how a single performance can shape players’ opportunities at the next level.
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Troy’s two victories came by scores of 24-21 over Sam Houston State and 34-17 over Alabama State, and the game in Columbia is the Trojans’ first road contest of the season.
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Troy commonly operates from shotgun formations with one running back and three tight ends, and its offensive approach may be easier for Missouri to scout because some formations resemble Missouri’s own schemes.
No. 20 Missouri defeated Troy 27-17 in its final nonconference game, surviving a slow start to stay undefeated before opening SEC play Kansas City Star. The Tigers stumbled early and allowed Troy to score first for the second straight game, but held on through the fourth quarter to extend their regular-season nonconference winning streak to 16 games CBS Sports.
Roberts Powers Missouri Ground Game
Running back Jamal Roberts led Missouri's offense with 122 rushing yards and one touchdown Winnipeg Free Press. The Tigers also got a special teams spark from DaMarion Folkes, who returned a punt 68 yards for a score. Missouri's ground-based approach proved effective despite the sluggish opening.
Slow Start Tests Missouri's Composure
Missouri struggled early and trailed for portions of the game, allowing Troy to score first Newsday. The Tigers have now allowed opponents to score first in consecutive games. Despite the sluggish beginning, Missouri regained control and pulled away in the second half to secure the 10-point victory.
Undefeated Tigers Ready for SEC Competition
Missouri improves to 3-0 heading into SEC play against Mississippi State WRAL. The Tigers won their 16th consecutive regular-season nonconference game and now shift focus to conference competition. The victory completed Missouri's nonconference schedule ahead of the tougher SEC slate.
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