So far, Missouri is predicted to lose to the teams that are almost certain to beat the Tigers, barring an upset, because “any given Sunday Saturday” is just as reasonable a possibility.
With three games remaining, the Tigers have little room for error, and can only reasonably “afford” to lose one game. Mizzou’s remaining opponents include Vanderbilt, Tennessee, and Arkansas.
In 2017, the Tigers beat all three, by a combined 143-79. Of the three opponents, the Razorbacks gave the Tigers their best fight (48-45). One year later, and two teams are with new coaches.