Florida Gators run into buzzsaw in Missouri, Tigers shred top-ten team for rare ranked win at home, tell me about this news today

No. 25 Missouri delivered a resounding statement by blowing out No. 8 Florida 45–17 in Columbia, marking the Tigers’ largest margin of victory against an AP top-ten opponent in program history.

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Key Game Takeaways:

• Record-Setting Blowout: The 28-point rout eclipsed Missouri’s previous high-water mark against an AP top-ten team, a 46–25 victory over No. 8 USC back in 1976. It also snapped a nine-game losing skid against ranked opponents.

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• Simmons and Lee Through the Air: Quarterback Austin Simmons tore through the Gators’ secondary, completing 23 of 30 passes for 340 yards and two touchdowns. Wide receiver Cayden Lee served as his go-to weapon, hauling in eight receptions for 110 yards.

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• Roberts Dominates on the Ground: Running back Jamal Roberts put the game out of reach late, finishing with 211 rushing yards and three touchdowns across 24 carries.

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• Defensive Lockdown: Missouri’s defense completely neutralized Florida’s primary offensive engine, holding running back Jadan Baughwho entered the matchup leading the nation in touchdownsto just 13 yards on 12 attempts.

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