Missouri-Arkansas Ends in Heated Scuffle on Saturday

Although no punches were thrown or physical altercations occurred, unlike the other two games mentioned, both teams gathered at midfield and exchanged words

Explicit comments were thrown toward one another as coaches from both sides attempted to de-escalate the situation. They certainly did a much better job than the staff from other contests throughout Saturday's slate of Rivalry Week. Missouri players also left their taunts by waving goodbye to Arkansas.

After starting its season 4-0, Missouri (9-3, 5-3 in SEC play) dropped three of its next six games but finished the season strong with two straight wins. Although they will likely not be playing in the College Football Playoff, the Tigers should make a strong bowl game, their fifth consecutive season doing so (including the canceled Music City Bowl in 2020.)

Meanwhile, Arkansas (6-6, 3-5 in SEC play) finished the year losing three of its final four contests, all to ranked opponents. Its best win came against No. 4 Tennessee, defeating the Volunteers 19-14. After missing out on postseason play in 2023, the Razorbacks will make their return to a bowl game.