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St. LOUIS - Missouri (10-3 or 9-4) fell into a hole early against Saint Louis, allowing the Billikens to strike on an 8-0 to start the game. The Tigers failed to find the bottom of the net until the 5:17 mark of the first quarter.

Zion Young News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 13

Mizzou Defensive End Zion Young Arrested Early Saturday Morning

Missouri defensive end Zion Young was arrested Saturday morning in Boone County at 1:40 a.m. on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, speeding and failure to affix his license plate.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 12

3 Thoughts on Mizzou Football's 2026 Schedule

The 2026 schedule for Missouri was always going to be difficult, no matter how the opponents were arranged. But the dates were given for the Tigers' 2026 schedule Thursday evening.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 10

Illinois Wins Braggin' Rights over Mizzou Women's Basketball

At tip-off, the temperature in Columbia was 32 degrees, though it may have been colder inside Mizzou Arena, given how the Tigers shot the ball in the early going against Illinois.

Dennis Gates News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 10

Dennis Gates Evaluates How Mizzou Needs to Improve in Middle Minutes

To start December, Missouri has struggled to bridge two halves together, as made clear in its two losses. In Missouri's winless SEC season in 2023-24, it was the final 8-10 minutes of the game that constantly plagued the Tigers.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 10

5 Most Promising Freshmen From Mizzou's 2025 Campaign

Like most college football teams, the Missouri Tigers had a crop of true freshman take center stage as the season progressed, making their way into the rotation in some shape or form.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 9

Mizzou QB Signee Closes Out Varsity Career with State Title

High school football has finally come to an end for each of Missouri's 2026 signees, and while many of them put together impressive final seasons for their teams, only one was able to secure a state championship to close out his varsity career.

Eli Drinkwitz News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 9

Drinkwitz Comments on Opportunity, Expectations of Gator Bowl

Both Missouri and Virginia will be hoping to place an exclamation point to punctuate the 2025 season in the Gator Bowl on Dec. 27. For Missouri, the bowl presents the chance to earn its 30th win over the last three seasons, which would be the most over a three-season span for the program.

Eli Drinkwitz News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 8

Buyouts, Incentives of Eli Drinkwitz's New Contract Revealed

One of the biggest dominoes in the college football coaching carousel fell on Thanksgiving, with Eli Drinkwitz agreeing to a six-year contract extension with Missouri.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 8

No. 12 Missouri Wrestling Showcases New Talent at Cougar Clash: The Buzz

No. 12 Missouri Wrestling continued its weekend of duals with another strong showing at the Courgar Clash, highlighted by nine Tigers placing in the top of their weight classes, including two runner-up finishes.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 7

Initial Reactions to Mizzou's 20-Point Loss to Kansas

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Missouri faced its best test yet Sunday against No. 21 Kansas, and the Tigers unraveled quickly after building early momentum. Missouri suffered a 80-60 loss, dropping to 8-2 on the season.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 7

Mizzou Women's Basketball Overcomes an Ugly Start Against SIUE

Missouri's (9-2) matchup with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville was a tale of two halves. The Tigers trailed by as much as 15 points, but ultimately stormed back in the second half to overcome the deficit for the 65-56 win at Mizzou Arena.

Dennis Gates News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 7

Everything Dennis Gates Said After Loss to No. 21 Kansas

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Missouri suffered its second consecutive loss of the season Sunday, falling to No. 21 Kansas in a 80-60 defeat. The Tigers took a 23-21 lead late in the first half before Kansas went on a 23-3 run that sent the Tigers spiraling.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 7

More Red Flags Raised for Mizzou in Loss to No. 21 Kansas

Kansas City, Mo. — Missouri's upset over then-No. 1 Kansas in 2024 was a coming out party for a team that would earn two more wins over top-five teams on the season.

College Football News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 7

Mizzou's Bowl Game and Opponent Revealed

Missouri will face off against a yet-to-be-revealed ACC team in the Gator Bowl, the bowl announced Sunday. The game will be played at 7:30 p.m. on Dec.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 5

No. 12 Missouri Wrestling Splits Duals at Hustle in the Heartland

No. 12 Missouri wrestling traveled to St. Charles, Missouri, on Friday, December 6, for Journeymen Wrestling's Hustle in the Heartland. The Tigers opened the night against Long Island University before closing the doubleheader with a matchup against No.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 5

Bowl Projections for Mizzou Ahead of Conference Championship Week

Following an 8-4 regular season outing, the Missouri Tigers are set to play in a bowl game for the fifth straight season during the Eli Drinkwitz era. There are plenty of routes the Tigers could be taking to close out their season, all of which would feature some interesting matchups.

Damon Wilson II News / Larry Brown Sports / December 6

Georgia files $390,000 lawsuit against a former player

Georgia's $390,000 lawsuit against former player could set major precedent

Georgia is seeking $390,000 in damages from former defensive end Damon Wilson, who transferred from the Bulldogs to the Missouri Tigers in January.

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Dennis Gates News / Missouri Tigers on SI / December 5

Gates Believes Mizzou's Ability To Respond is Biggest Area of Growth

Missouri's non-conference schedule is absolutely weaker than a lot of power conference teams across the country. Even if it isn't playing the same caliber of team that others have yet, the first five weeks of the college basketball season have allowed Dennis Gates to see his team mesh and grow together.

Bobby Petrino News / Yardbarker / November 28