Tigers' Rushing Struggles and Recovery | Missouri Tigers Football News

The Tigers’ run game stumbled in their opener, grinding out just 94 yards against Arkansas-Pine Bluff as the offensive line struggled and explosive plays were scarce. Coach Drinkwitz pointed to execution issues and tightness as key problems to fix. The absence of All-Americans Ahmad Hardy and Cayden Green hurt early—though Green is set to return for the Border War, Hardy’s return is still weeks away. With Malae Fonoti sidelined for the season and Roberts carrying the load, younger backs like XaiShaun Edwards, Anthony Favrow, and Preston Hatfield must step up fast. Despite the rough start, Mizzou’s history under Drinkwitz suggests a strong rushing attack is possible—if they can get back on track quickly before tougher games arrive. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/73485247364ed7ee