The Biggest Concern After Mizzou’s Win Wasn’t the Score

The crew is back to break down Missouri’s season-opening win, from Austin Simmons’ sharp debut to the Tigers’ defensive flashes and the questions that remain heading into a major rivalry matchup.Kevin Rutland, Sean Weatherspoon, and Jeremy Maclin discuss what stood out against Arkansas–Pine Bluff, whether the run game and second-unit defense need more consistency, and why Simmons’ command of the offense has everyone paying attention.They also go around college football, reacting to LSU’s statement against Clemson, Michigan’s uneven showing, the Texas debate, and whether Alabama still looks like Alabama.Then it’s all rivalry week. The hosts share their own Mizzou–Kansas memories, explain why this matchup means so much to both programs, and lay out what the Tigers need to do on defense and offense to leave Lawrence with a convincing win.In this episode

Initial reactions to Mizzou’s season-opening win

Austin Simmons’ poise, passing attack, and what to watch next

Concerns around the run game and second-half depth

Defensive standouts and the importance of stopping Kansas’ rushing attack

LSU, Clemson, Michigan, Texas, Alabama, Ole Miss, and more Week One reactions

Why the Mizzou–Kansas rivalry still hits differently

What Missouri needs to do to control the game in a hostile road environment

How much a team should reveal early in the season

Score predictions for the rivalry matchup

HostsKevin Rutland, Sean Weatherspoon, and Jeremy Maclin00:00 — Missouri’s opening win: initial reactions

08:43 — Biggest takeaways from college football’s first week