As the seconds winded down in Missouri’s biggest win since 2014, Emanuel Hall scanned the stands looking for his mother, Shannon Simmons.
The 6-foot-3 receiver ran to the sideline and embraced her, which is something he’s had to do a lot lately.
After a four-game absence due to a groin injury and the death of his father, Hall returned on Saturday and led Missouri to a 38-17 upset win over No. 13 Florida. He was Missouri’s leading receiver with four catches for 77 yards and a touchdown. The Gators are No. 11 in the College Football Playoff rankings.