MizzouCentral takes a first look at each of the Tigers' upcoming opponents this season. Next on the list is the Vanderbilt Commodores.
Most of the people dressed in black and gold at a half-built FirstBank Stadium last September 30 were there for the"Our travel, Mizzou travel today was unbelievable, it was phenomenal," Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz said after the win. "Just really impressive that our Tiger faithful travelled that way and made a big impact."
Sep 30, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers quarterback Brady Cook runs the ball against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports / Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports This included a rehaul of the quarterback room. 2023 starters Kent Seals and A.J. Swann transferred to TCU and LSU respectively, opening way to an open competition for the starting job this offseason. Utah transfer Nate Johnson and New Mexico State's Diego Pavia are the front runners to earn the starting nod.
Vanderbilt's defense, just like its offense, was ranked at the bottom of the SEC with 454.9 yards per game. The Commodores allowed over 30 points in all eight SEC games last season and 10 games overall. The Vanderbilt secondary was rather porous last season but added four cornerbacks and a safety through the portal, with two of the corners bringing starter experience.
Depending on how fall camp goes, Vanderbilt could still be sorting out their quarterback competition in the early weeks of the season. By the time they face the Tigers, the Commodores might just barely getting their bearings in order.
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