Missouri lost at Mississippi State after being outscored 14-0 in the fourth quarter, giving up its touchdown lead despite winning the second and third periods. The Tigers had five holding penalties and went 1-for-5 on third down in the final quarter.
Missouri converted 7 of 16 third downs overall, compared with Mississippi State’s 6 of 14, and averaged 3.4 yards on 35 rushing attempts. Mississippi State gained 499 yards, including 360 through the air.
Missouri’s next opponent is No. 21 Florida, which beat No. 4 Ole Miss 52-28.
