The Tigers’ defense did keep Missouri within striking distance for much of the first half, permitting just six points — on two field goals from Crimson Tide kicker Graham Nicholson — until backup quarterback Drew Pyne replaced Cook with 4:58 left in the second quarter.

In perhaps its most important game to date, Missouri football doesn’t have much margin for error in Tuscaloosa. Here is how Mizzou can leave with a win.

The Crimson Tide put the game away in the third quarter when Jalen Milroe bounced to his right and scored a nine-yard TD for a 20-0 lead. To be frank, the game was probably over at halftime as Missouri’s offense struggled once again without QB Brady Cook.