In this line of work, it isn’t often that I get to speak with someone of Coach Pinkel’s stature, or anyone, really. My work is mostly born of my own perception and imagination.
To say the least, this interview was both an exciting and humbling moment to have the opportunity to speak with Pinkel, with whom many, myself included, would consider a coaching legend at Mizzou.
During his tenure with the Tigers, Coach Pinkel accumulated a record total of 191-110-3, while leading the team to 10 bowl appearances, and a 6-4 record. While head coach, Pinkel’s Tigers were ranked in the AP Preseason top-25 four times, and were ranked No.