Florida's defense never allowed Missouri's offense to settle into a rhythm. Missouri (4-2, 1-2) was 1 of 14 on third down and opened the second half with three consecutive three-and-outs.
Drew Lock made his second start for Missouri in place of Maty Mauk, who is suspended indefinitely for violating team policy. He completed 16 of 39 passes for 151 yards, but threw two interceptions, including one that was returned 40 yards by Jalen Tabor for a touchdown.
Tabor has two touchdowns this season off interceptions.
"My whole career in high school, I only had one," Tabor said. "Coach (Geoff) Collins is a really good defensive coordinator. He just made the right calls, and allowed us to play ball."
"(Drew) shouldn't have thrown it into that coverage," Missouri coach Gary Pinkel said of the interception. "It's not going to be the first or last interception. That's a young guy. He'll get better."
Florida's defense has not allowed a touchdown its last two games. Lock said the defense switched up coverage very well.
"That's the first time I've played against a true defense like that," Lock said. "It was a little different than I've ever seen." :0074:0074
The Gators led the SEC in sacks entering the game, and had three against the Tigers, including one each from Charles Brantley and Cece Jefferson. Marcus Maye and Antonio Morrison each had six tackles. Maye also had an interception in the second quarter.
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that was the key to cashing this ticket.
got to identify things like that to win in sports wagering..
I think my phone call thru Lock into a Tizzy also....:142smilie
