Overall, Thursday was a pretty quiet news day on the Mizzou Athletics front, so let’s check in with the two major sports and see what local beat writers were talking about.
FOOTBALL NEWS & NOTES
In Dave Matter’s recent chat at STL Today, he was asked about the defensive struggles, asking if it was a talent or communication issue. And what about Steve Wilks? His answer?
Drinkwitz has used the word “disconnect” all week to explain the issues along the D-line. He hasn’t really elaborated, only saying the linemen weren’t doing what they were coached to do, which led to Franklin losing his job.