For Mizzou fans everywhere, Saturday was a breath of fresh air.
The 30-27 final result in favor of the home team was obviously the biggest reason, but the way this offense performed is encouraging for the long-term outlook of this team.
One of the most notable moves Missouri made this offseason was in hiring offensive coordinator Kirby Moore from Fresno State. Kirby, the brother of the Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, brought with him a fast-tempo, explosive offensive attack that targeted the perimeter and getting the ball in playmakers’ hands. His offense at Fresno, spearheaded by 9,000-yard passer Jake Haener, was among the best in the nation in 2022 and averaged just over 30 points per game.