Eric Boggs 
Missouri scoring one of there three touchdowns in their win over Boston College.
No. 6 Missouri outlasted Boston College 27-21 after overcoming a sluggish start and a series of self-inflicted wounds, moving to 3-0 on the season. The Tigers faced a 14-3 deficit in the first half, but a late surge before halftime and a strong defensive effort propelled them to victory.
Boston College (2-1) jumped ahead early, with quarterback Thomas Castellanos connecting on a 67-yard touchdown to Reed Harris. The Eagles controlled time of possession and momentum, but Missouri responded with two touchdowns in the final five minutes of the second quarter, including a 44-yard catch by star receiver Luther Burden III that sparked the comeback. Tre’Vez Johnson’s timely interception set up Missouri’s first score, as Brady Cook found Burden in the end zone to cut the lead to 14-10. A quick offensive drive allowed the Tigers to add another touchdown and go into halftime up 17-14.
Cook had an efficient day, finishing 21-of-30 for 264 passing yards and a touchdown, along with a rushing score. Running back Nate Noel was a key factor, rushing for 121 yards on 22 carries, keeping Missouri’s offense balanced.
Boston College struggled to regain momentum after halftime. Castellanos was stifled on the ground, managing only 25 rushing yards on 13 attempts, as Missouri’s defense made stopping the dual-threat quarterback a priority. The Tigers held Boston College to just 91 total yards in the second half.
Despite a series of costly penalties—including an absurd second-and-58 situation—Missouri maintained control. Cook’s ability to convert key downs, including a read-option run on third-and-short with less than two minutes left, sealed the victory.
Missouri’s win wasn’t without its challenges. A combination of unsportsmanlike conduct penalties and a few dropped passes hindered their offensive rhythm at times, but the Tigers overcame their mistakes when it mattered most. Meanwhile, the injury-riddled Boston College offense, especially after Castellanos’ early missteps, couldn’t mount a comeback.
Ultimately, Missouri showed resilience, but with conference play looming, they’ll need to clean up their mistakes to continue their unbeaten streak.
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