Missouri quarterback Brady Cook looks to pass the ball against Mississippi State during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Starkville, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Missouri safety Daylan Carnell, right, looks back at trailing Mississippi State players as he scores on a fumble return during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Starkville, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Missouri running back Marcus Carroll strikes a pose after he scored a touchdown against Mississippi State during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Starkville, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Missouri running back Nate Noel runs upfield for a short gain against Mississippi State during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Starkville, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Mississippi State quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. looks to throw a pass against Missouri during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Starkville, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Missouri defensive tackle Kristian Williams (5) forces Mississippi State quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr., right, to fumble during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Starkville, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden III (3) right, blows kisses to fans after running back Marcus Carroll, left, scored a touchdown against Mississippi State during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Starkville, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)