... a season that had many ups and downs. Sixteen starters return from that group, including Davey O’Brien and watch-listed QB Blaine Gabbert.

Nebraska is the clear-cut favorite in the North Division, but Missouri has enough talent to challenge for the title.

Rumors swirled in the offseason that the Tigers might bolt for the Big Ten. Ultimately, they decided to stay and look to make the most of their decision. The odds currently sit at plus-300 for Missouri to win the Big 12 North Division.

Mizzou was one of the first schools to install a true spread offense. QBs Brad Smith and Chase Daniel left as the top two passers in school history thanks to Gary Pinekl’s system. Blaine Gabbert has a powerful arm that aired i...

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