In case that doesn’t make it obvious: Red-zone offense was a point of emphasis for No. 9 Mizzou (4-0 overall, 1-0 Southeastern Conference) during the bye, just as it was early in the preseason. That the Tigers are even particularly preoccupied with what’s happening in that part of the field is a sign that they’re focused on the margins.

Missouri football head coach Eli Drinkwitz speaks with the media about the week off on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024, before a game at Texas A&M. (Video by Mizzou Network, used