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Golden and Ray enjoying early-season success

Jason Lowenthal • September 9, 2014

The most admirable play of Saturday’s 49-24 drubbing of Toledo might have happened on a touchdown… for Toledo. Rockets running back Kareem Hunt took a handoff and darted 38 yards up the middle to...

Murphy defining role in two positions

Jason Lowenthal • September 9, 2014

Marcus Murphy was unsure what his role would be coming into this season. In fact, nobody was entirely sure what Murphy’s role would be. “I think I’ll play some receiver and get some carries in...

Young secondary maturing quickly

Andrew McCulloch • September 9, 2014

The words are embedded in Aarion Penton’s head. Get takeaways. Run to the ball. “Turnovers are what we focus on,” the sophomore cornerback said. “Every time the coaches talk to us they say, ‘We...

What to watch for: Missouri vs. Toledo

Jason Lowenthal • September 5, 2014

Missouri takes on the Toledo Rockets in the second week of the college football season. Here are five things to watch for in the matchup: _1. How Pinkel and Mauk handle the homecoming pressure_ Missouri...

2014 NFL season predictions

Daniel Schmidt • September 4, 2014

We’re quickly approaching NFL season, and with it comes my forecast. This is my third installment of predictions. The first was before the start of the [MLB regular season](https://www.themaneater.com/stories/2014/4/9/mlb-predictions-evan-and-eva-longoria-fall-love/),...

Sam signed to Cowboys practice squad

Jason Lowenthal • September 3, 2014

It appears as if Michael Sam will get his chance after all. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network and NFL.com reported Tuesday that the Dallas Cowboys were planning to bring in Sam for a physical on Wednesday. Source:...

Hansbrough confident as starter

Aaron Reiss • September 2, 2014

The most amazing play in Mizzou’s season opening victory against South Dakota State shouldn’t have happened. Junior running back Russell Hansbrough took the handoff from sophomore quarterback Maty...

New-look O-line takes form

Andrew McCulloch • September 2, 2014

It’s been a while since Missouri offensive linemen Connor McGovern, Mitch Morse and Evan Boehm have missed a game. The trio have played 15, 26 and 27 consecutive games, respectively. Steadiness is the...

Media Day Reaction: Michael Sam

Jason Lowenthal • September 1, 2014

Former Missouri football players Michael Sam and E.J. Gaines made their returns to Faurot Field this past Saturday to see the [Tigers knock off South Dakota State 38-18](https://www.themaneater.com/stories/2014/8/30/tigers-stifle-zenner-jackrabbits/)...