MU vs Miami of Ohio

WHAT I……

LIKE: Bottom line, I was IMPRESSED. The Tigers came out on fire and took it to the Redhawks from the first snap to the end. By the look of things the Tigers week of preparation must have went great. A good sign of how your team will play on Saturday is pretty clear at how your team practice during the week. I’m pretty sure that after the close game with San Diego St., Coach P had the Tigers working pretty hard in practice, to ensure they don’t have a repeat from their previous game. I wanted to highlight one stat that I thought was amazing, the Tigers rush game on their first 9 carries accounted for 140+ yards. The reason I say that it’s amazing, is because I was just giving Alabama running back Mark Ingram credit for his 9 carries 150 yard game. Although it was three different Tigers who contributed to this total, I still think that it is impressive and deserves credit. The O line and tailbacks got it done. The Defense was stellar and I like how they continue to get aggressive. Keep up the good work and continue to shape your attitude for “shut down” ball. Defense is about attitude and the truth of the matter is the Tigers will only go as far as the defense will allow them. All around solid performance.

DISLIKE: I loved it! Nothing to dislike, have to give credit where credit is due!

SUGGEST: Keep doing what you do Tigers, but continue to grow as a team and build off your momentum. Keep up the hustle and grind and the rest will follow. As I mentioned in the previous week, stay focus on the core fundamentals of the team and you will be good to go!

TC’s Tiger of The Week

MU Tigers

MU vs San Diego St

WHAT I…

LIKE: First and foremost I have to give it up to the Tigers for the hard fought victory. As a former player I know that you will have those games where you have to fight to the end, and in the end, the better team will prevail. That was evident in the Tigers 27-24 comeback victory. One thing that stood out to me, was the mental toughness displayed by the team for 4 quarters. Once again I was impressed by TJ Moe, which I think in a minute will adopt the name “Mighty Moe” up in Columbia. Not to say that he won the game for the Tigers, but his TD with :51 seconds left in the game is the reason that the Tigers won in the end. I was also impressed by TE Michael Egnew, 13 rec for 145 yds, that’s a great contribution. On the Defense Carl Gettis continues to shine. He made some big plays, but none bigger then his third down stop late in the game. Although the D gave up some big plays, overall they were solid, and came together at the right time for a critical stop to give their team a chance to win the game.

DISLIKE: On the offense I think that we need to open up the playbook a bit more vertically. The Tigers need to establish deep threats that will stretch opponent’s defenses. Let’s be a little bit more aggressive with the run, as well as adding a little under the center play calling. I’m just saying for a switch up and to keep the other team off balance and guessing what you will throw at them next. Point being, don’t be predictable. Defense, lets stop giving up the big plays. The D made some great strides this week, and just like rest of the team, showed some fight to the end. I wait for the day when we can say that MU is one of the top defenses in the country. That will come when the Tigers get it in their mind and efforts, to shut teams down!

SUGGEST: With a stellar opponent coming up next for the Tigers, I suggest that they continue to build on the momentum of their first three wins and aim to become better each day. Don’t take a step back in efforts, when you are taking a step up in opponents with better talent. I look for the Tigers to have a tough battle against Miami of Ohio, but I expect the Tigers to stand strong and make it happen. Don’t get away from your core foundation as a team. Play Ball

TC’s TIGER OF THE WEEK:

TJ Moe 7 rec 119 yds 1 TD (game winner)

MU vs McNeese St

What I ….

LIKE: Well it was a lot going on in this game to like. I liked how the Tigers came out firing on all cylinders and basically man handling their opponents the way that they where suppose to. True freshman tailback Henry Josey was a bright spot, as well as a great preview of what the Tigers have in the stable for the future. Once again, Blaine Gabbet looked sharp and I was impressed. The defense was solid and as I mentioned above did what they where suppose to do against an opponent such as McNeese st. Overall great job Tigers!

DISLIKE: It would have been hard to find something in this game that I dislike. With all the scoring and great overall game by the Tigers, I would be stupid to complain about the way they played this game. Although I can’t think of one thing that I dislike about the game, I can tell you that I’m starting to dislike the competition that MU is lining up against early on in the season. I mean not to knock MU efforts in this game, but McNeese St. looked and played like a high school team at best. I’m waiting for the Tigers to take that next step, to where we see a Georgia or Michigan St on the non conference schedule of the Tigers. That’s how you go out and show the world that you are a good football program, by being able to compete and beat any team in the nation. Enough with the easy teams already!

SUGGEST: My suggestion for the Tigers is to keep doing what you are doing, and continue to get better as a team. Don’t let up and prepare yourself for some tough battles ahead. Keep getting the ball into the hands of your playmakers and keep the defense aggressive. Don’t get to caught up in your first two wins, those are done with, now focus on the next task at hand and try to do a 100% better the next game, then you did in your last victory!

TC’s Tiger of the Week:
Henry Josey (7 carries 112 yards 3 TD’s)

MU vs K State

WHAT I...


LIKE: Well it seemed as if the Tigers got back to the fundamentals of the game. You know the blocking, catching ,tackling, running etc. They came out smoking and didn't let up on the steam until the final whistle went off. Gabbert to Alexander for the touchdown, is my new saying. These two guys, off course with the help of the team, have shined on many occasions throughout this season. Alexander 10 rec 200 yds and 3 TD's IS one of the top wide-outs in the country. He continues to dominate and will leave his mark in MU history books. Of course with Alexander numbers, you have to give credit to the QB and O-Line for playing a solid game. The defense bounced back as well. As I stated before I think that the Tigers have a future in Aldon Smith at end, as well as a good ball player in Will Ebner at linebacker. The special teams was sound and solid, and as I know that's what any good coach is looking for at the least from its special team.


DISLIKE: When a team comes out and play a solid all around game, it's kind of hard for you to find something to dislike. I'm no hater by any means, so that mean it's kind of hard for me to dig for dirt and hate just to say that I disliked something about the game. I can say this, that the Tigers played a remarkable game, and what ever happened that I disliked, was over shadowed by my likes! Great Job Tigers!


SUGGEST: I'll say it again. Way to go Tigers! Build off this momentum and finish the season strong. With a even playing field in the Big 12 this season, only so many bowl games exist for only so many Big 12 teams. With almost all the teams having identical records, which are bowl eligible, the Tigers need to run the table and get the remaining of the wins on their schedule to be able to get a bowl game this year. Although Mizzou has a great advantage with fan support and a growing program, the bowl committee will still need to see WINS from MU for the rest of this season. MU goal is a bowl!


TC's Tiger of the Week:

D Alexander: (See picture above)

10 rec 200 yds 3 TD's

MU vs Furman

What I……


LIKE: The thing I like about this past week’s game is the way that the Tigers played team ball. The offense, once they got going, was fun to watch and from the looks of things tuff to stop. Blaine was once again a stud and showed the folks that his legs are just as valuable as his arm. He was 17 of 25 for 256 yds and 3 TD’s, one which was a rushing score. Jared Perry was just unstoppable, whether he was catching a ball from Gabbert or Alexander (on a double pass), Perry was in the in zone often and put up great numbers 7 rec for 161 yds and 2 TD’s! The other wide outs and the running game were also on point. I want to give BIG ups to the O-line as well, because those guys are doing their thing. The defense was running around hitting folks, and seems to continue to work to get better. I liked the hustle I seen out of the players….keep it up and we can go places. The special teams where ok and sound, which is what a coach is asking at minimum out of his special team crew during the game and entire season.

DISLIKE: The one thing that irked me from the start of this game, was not knowing where Furman was from…lol! So after surfing my blackberry and finding the answer to my questions, (South Carolina), I was able to tune back into what I didn’t like about the game. The first thing is the slow start by the offense. Against the better teams, this is something that will get the Tigers in trouble and I think that they have to put more emphasis on coming out strong and faster. I know that the coaches are doing this, but I won’t be satisfied, until I see it resonate on the field to the players. Another thing that I disliked, and I will continue to say this, is the yardage given up by the MU secondary. Of course yards won’t hurt you when a team is unable to turn those yards into points, but as soon as you meet a team that does, in the Tigers case Nebraska, Texas, Oklahoma St, Kansas etc.., you will face problems in controlling the game. Lets get that cleaned up.

SUGGEST: I suggest that offensively, the Tigers continue to gel and put an emphasis on coming out strong and fast. Defensive wise, I suggest that we tighten up in the back in, and stop given up 8 yard hitches so easy, two of those equals a first down and more. I want to see the secondary become more physical and play makers as well. They have the skill sets to make these things happen; now they just need the attitude. Because when it boils down to it, defense is all about attitude.

TC's Tiger of the Week

Jared Perry 7 rec 161 yds & 2TD's