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Tiger Talk Notes and Quotes: Troy Edition

Following a 38-21 rivalry triumph against the Kansas Jayhawks, the Missouri Tigers climbed three spots to No. 20 in the AP Poll.

Quarterback Austin Simmons earned co-SEC Offensive Player of the Week accolades alongside Texas signal-caller Arch Manning after steering the program through its opening FBS challenge of the year. Defensive contributions also proved critical in the Border War victory, highlighted by Miami transfer Donta Simpson bolstering the defensive front and Robert Woodyard Jr.

generating a pair of turnovers to secure a game ball.

Head coach Eli Drinkwitz has since turned his squad's attention toward fixing tactical errors ahead of their matchup with the Troy Trojans. In addition to preparing for the coming contest, the Tigers program is honoring the centennial anniversary of Memorial Stadium, marking the milestone with special throwback uniforms.