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‘Playing Lights Out,’ ‘12th in the Country’ — Eli Drinkwitz, Mike Elko Agree on Missouri’s Defense as Tigers Hold Texas A&M Without a Touchdown

Missouri’s defense dominated Texas A&M in a 27-6 SEC victory at Memorial Stadium, marking the Tigers’ first win over the Aggies since 2014. The Missouri unit intercepted quarterback Marcel Reed twice, forced three sacks, and stifled the Aggies’ rushing attack to just 29 yards on 34 attempts—well below their season average.

Linebacker Nicholas Rodriguez led the charge with 13 tackles, 1.5 for loss, and half a sack, while safety Trajen Greco accounted for two interceptions, including a tipped pass in the end zone. Coach Eli Drinkwitz praised the unit’s performance, calling it “lights out,” while Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko had previously highlighted Missouri’s run defense as one of the nation’s best, ranking 12th in the country in yards per carry allowed before the game.

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