In Saturday’s college football action, the ninth-ranked Missouri Tigers faced off against the No. 25 Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field. Despite being the favorites, Missouri suffered a surprising 41-10 loss to Texas A&M. Running back Le’Veon Moss had a career day, rushing for 138 yards and scoring three touchdowns in the victory. Texas A&M has now won five straight games after losing their season opener to Notre Dame. First-year coach Mike Elko expressed the team’s growth mindset and resilience after the early setback.
Texas A&M dominated the game, taking a commanding 24-0 lead at halftime. Moss extended the lead with a 75-yard touchdown run on the first play of the third quarter, showcasing his speed and agility. Missouri quarterback Brady Cook threw for 186 yards and a touchdown in a losing effort, as the team struggled to convert on third downs and stop the Aggies. Head coach Eliah Drinkwitz took responsibility for the poor performance, apologizing to fans and acknowledging that the team was not competitive.
Aggies quarterback Conner Weigman returned to action after missing three games due to a shoulder injury, throwing for 276 yards. Running back Amari Daniels also contributed with two rushing touchdowns. Despite Missouri’s Luther Burden III appearing to score a 75-yard touchdown, it was called back due to a penalty. Missouri’s only touchdown of the game came on a 59-yard pass from Cook to Theo Wease. Texas A&M will have a bye week before facing Mississippi State, while Missouri will look to bounce back against Massachusetts in their next game.
Overall, Texas A&M’s dominant performance against Missouri surprised many, as they controlled the game from start to finish. Moss’s standout performance and the team’s ability to maintain their growth mindset after an early loss were key factors in their success. Missouri struggled to keep up with the Aggies, with Cook’s passing efforts falling short and the team’s inability to convert on key plays. Both teams will look to make adjustments and improvements as they continue their season.
