We form our preseason perceptions based mostly on knowns. We know that Missouri is pretty comfortable at running back, defensive tackle, linebacker, and cornerback because we've seen players at those positions already thriving. But the Tigers have questions to answer elsewhere on the gridiron, and if they're lucky, a youngster or newcomer will jump in to fill a potential void.
In 2013, Connor McGovern broke through and provided extra stability and strength on the offensive line, while Maty Mauk saved the Tigers' bacon when James Franklin went down, and Harold Brantley gave them more depth up front than we knew they had.