Missouri Tigers' Rushing Attack Shines Despite Texas A&M Aggies' Dominance

The Missouri Tigers faced a formidable opponent in the Texas A&M Aggies at Memorial Stadium/Faurot Field. The game concluded with the Aggies maintaining their undefeated streak, boasting a 9-0 record, while the Tigers now stand at 6-3. The final score was 38-17 in favor of Texas A&M.

First Quarter

The opening quarter saw the Aggies take an early lead with a touchdown, leaving Mizzou trailing. Despite this setback, the Tigers showed resilience on defense, with linebacker Triston Newson contributing significantly by recording six tackles and five assists.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, both teams struggled to gain momentum offensively. The Aggies managed another touchdown to extend their lead. Meanwhile, Missouri's defense continued to hold firm against further advances from Texas A&M.

Third Quarter

The third quarter marked a turning point for Mizzou's offense as they finally found their rhythm. Running back Ahmad Hardy broke through for an impressive 45-yard rushing touchdown, showcasing his agility and speed. This effort was complemented by Jamal Roberts who added another rushing touchdown later in the game.

Fourth Quarter

Despite these efforts from Mizzou's running backs, including Roberts who amassed 110 yards on 17 attempts and Hardy who gained 109 yards on just 13 carries, it wasn't enough to overcome Texas A&M's offensive prowess in the final period. The Aggies scored two more touchdowns and secured their victory convincingly.

Overall performance ratings indicate that while Missouri struggled in passing efficiency—quarterback Matt Zollers completed only seven out of twenty-two attempts—their ground game remained strong throughout this matchup against one of college football’s top defenses.

Looking ahead for fans eager for more action: mark your calendars! On November 15th at Memorial Stadium/Faurot Field (Columbia), catch all excitement when Mizzou takes on Mississippi State Bulldogs live via SEC Network starting at approximately 7:45 PM EDT!

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