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Mizzou to Add Player-Turned-Coach Sabbath Joseph to Defensive Staff
Mizzou to Add Player-Turned-Coach Sabbath Joseph to Defensive Staff originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Mizzou is expected to hire Miami linebacker analyst Sabbath Joseph as its assistant defensive line coach; it was announced by 247Sports on Thursday night. Advertisement Joseph spent the past three seasons as the linebacker's analyst at Miami, where the team compiled a 22-16 record. New York Jets linebacker Francisco Mauigoa is the lone linebacker selected in an NFL Draft during Joseph's tenure. Mauigoa was selected with the 162nd pick during the 5th round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Mizzou's defense quietly put together an impressive 2024 campaign, finishing among the nation's best by allowing just 20.4 points and 317.5 yards per game — ranking 20th and 17th nationally, respectively. With no departures to the 2025 NFL Draft, the Tigers return a veteran-heavy unit anchored by their top four tacklers: linebackers Corey Flagg Jr. and Triston Newson, and safeties Marvin Burks Jr. and Daylan Carnell. A potential spark to the move was linebackers coach Derek Nicholson, who was another addition to the staff during this off-season. Joseph and Nicholson spent two years together on Miami's defensive staff as Nicholson was hired by Miami in 2023. A general view of The Zou logo on the stadium as fans tailgate prior to a gameDenny Medley-Imagn Images Joseph was a linebacker at USF from 2006-10, where he recorded 124 tackles, three sacks, one interception and seven pass breakups. Advertisement In another Athlon Sports article, an anonymous SEC coach said, 'One of the most underrated coaching staffs in the entire country. If they can flip the QB and rework the offensive line and win another 10 games, Eli [Drinkwitz] should be on everyone's short list." Mizzou will debut its revamped coaching staff on Thursday, Aug. 28, when the Tigers host Central Arkansas in their 2025 season opener at Faurot Field. With continuity on defense, fresh coaching additions, and high expectations entering the season, Missouri is positioned to build on last year's success — and all eyes will be on how the Tigers' revamped staff delivers when the season kicks off under the lights at Faurot Field. Related: Mizzou Offensive Lineman Could be Sleeper Pick in 2026 NFL Draft Related: Mizzou WR Cracks Prominent List After Luther Burden III's Departure This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Mizzou Football's Top 25 Games Since 2000: No. 21-25
Mizzou Football's Top 25 Games Since 2000: No. 21-25 originally appeared on Athlon Sports. We're counting down the top Missouri Tigers football games of the 21st century, kicking things off with numbers 25 through 21. Advertisement These matchups helped shape the program's modern identity, delivering dramatic moments, record-breaking performances, and many unforgettable memories that still resonate with fans today. #25 – December 30, 2024 vs. Iowa Music City Bowl, Nashville – Mizzou 27, Iowa 24 In a wild Music City Bowl finish, No. 19 Missouri rallied late to defeat Iowa behind two 50+ yard field goals by redshirt freshman Blake Craig, including a bowl-record 56-yarder. The Tigers trailed 24-14 late in the third before Brady Cook designed a comeback drive capped with a Joshua Manning touchdown. Defensive stops, including a fourth-down stop by Corey Flagg Jr. and Daylan Carnell, sealed the win. Mizzou logged its second straight 10-win season and third consecutive bowl victory over a Big Ten team. Missouri Tigers hoist the trophy up after defeating the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Music City Roberts-Imagn Images #24 – November 10, 2012 at Tennessee 4 Overtimes in Knoxville – Mizzou 51, Tennessee 48 Advertisement In an insane four-overtime thriller at Neyland Stadium, the Tigers stormed back from a 14-point halftime deficit to stun the Vols at home. James Franklin shook off a rough first half to throw four touchdowns, including a fourth-and-12 game-tying dime to wideout Dorial Green-Beckham with just 47 seconds left. Kendial Lawrence added 153 rushing yards and two scores. The game ended with a fourth-down stop by safety Ian Simon, sealing Mizzou's first SEC road win and handing Tennessee another brutal loss under head coach Derek Dooley—who, six years later, would join Missouri's staff as offensive coordinator. #23 – November 28, 2014 vs. Arkansas SEC East Battle – Mizzou 21, Arkansas 14 After a sluggish first three quarters, Mizzou erupted late to clinch its second straight SEC East title. Trailing 14-6 in the fourth, the Tigers tied it with a 98-yard drive and trick-play two-point conversion. Marcus Murphy dashed in for the go-ahead touchdown before Markus Golden recovered a game-sealing fumble. Missouri once again proved its resilience under head coach Gary Pinkel, reaching double-digit wins and a return to Atlanta for their second SEC title shot in two years. #22 – January 3, 2014 vs. Oklahoma State Cotton Bowl Classic – Mizzou 41, Oklahoma State 31 Advertisement In a battle of two former Big 12 rivals, Missouri ended its magical 12-win season with a Cotton Bowl victory over the Cowboys. Henry Josey ran for three touchdowns, including the game-winner with 3:08 left. Moments later, Shane Ray returned a Clint Chelf fumble 73 yards to seal it. The Tigers overcame two second-half fumbles by James Franklin and a late Cowboys lead to deliver Gary Pinkel his record 102nd win at Mizzou. Missouri Tigers celebrate with the Cotton Bowl trophy after their 2014 Cotton Bowl victory against the Oklahoma State Jairaj-Imagn Images #21 – October 25, 2008 vs. Colorado Colorado Shutout – Mizzou 58, Colorado 0 Homecoming turned into a showing of utter dominance as the Tigers thrashed the Colorado Buffaloes in a 58-0 shutout. Chase Daniel threw for 302 yards and five touchdowns, while tight end Chase Coffman broke the FBS career receptions record at the position. The defense smothered Colorado from start to finish, holding the Buffs to just 33 first-half yards in one of the most lopsided wins in Mizzou history. A much needed statement performance after back-to-back losses. Advertisement Related: Mizzou's 2025 Football Slate Released with TV Designations and Kickoff Times Related: Mizzou to Add Player-Turned-Coach Sabbath Joseph to Defensive Staff This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 21, 2025, where it first appeared.
