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Auburn report card: Grading the Tigers' 21-17 road loss to Missouri

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2 years ago

October 19, 2024

Auburn report card: Grading the Tigers' 21-17 road loss to Missouri

Saturday felt like the same old story for Auburn.

The Tigers came close and had plenty of chances to salt the game away, but they didn’t. And with the door never closing, Missouri walked right through and claimed a 21-17 win.

Auburn dropped to 2-5 this season, 0-4 in the SEC.

There were mistakes in all three phases of the game as Auburn was once again second-best. Blame will likely be placed on the offense by many, but numerous mistakes across the board led to another meltdown.

Here‘s how we graded Auburn’s performance:

Offense

Grade: D-

This one was bad, really bad.

Auburn only mustered 286 yards of total offense in the game. Considering this was after a bye week, giving Auburn two weeks to prepare, the performance is even worse with context.

If you want to extract any positives from the loss, you can point out the fact that Auburn only turned the ball over once. Given the turnover issues in previous games, that’s an improvement, but it makes the 286 yards look even worse.

The best moment of the day was Payton Thorne’s 47-yard touchdown pass to Cam Coleman, but Thorne struggled in the later stages of the game.

Jarquez Hunter had his quietest game of the season too, being held to 57 yards and just three yards per carry.

There were a few small things that prevent the offense from earning an F, but there isn’t much else to salvage this performance.

Defense

Grade: B-

Auburn‘s defense was good, until it wasn’t.

It held Missouri to limited production for most of the game, but that success coincided with Missouri starting quarterback Brady Cook sidelined due to an ankle injury.

When Cook returned with under a minute left in the third quarter, he gave Auburn‘s defense fits with both his legs and chunk plays through the air. His third play back in the game was a 78-yard connection with Mookie Cooper, setting up Missouri’s first touchdown of the game on the next play.

He was most effective, though, on Missouri’s 17-play, 95-yard drive to take the lead in the final minute. He had runs of 14 and nine yards on that drive, showcasing an issue Auburn has dealt with all season.

“It was a hard thing. But we’re gonna get that addressed and talk about it in film (study),” Auburn linebacker Eugene Asante said of the scrambles after the game.

The disappointing part of that statement is that Auburn had chances to get the issue of quarterback runs fixed after the New Mexico game and after Arkansas and again after Oklahoma, but the issue persists.

Special Teams

Grade: D

It takes an especially bad performance to score a special teams touchdown and still get a D here.

Penalties in the kicking game continue to be an issue for Auburn, and they cost the Tigers field position at times. The bigger mistake, though, was Towns McGough’s missed 30-yard field goal.

It came when Auburn was up 17-6, and felt like the turning point in the game when Cook re-entered immediately following the missed kick.

McGough is now 5-for-10 on the season, continuing to struggle as Alex McPherson is still yet to play a game for Auburn this season.

“He’s in a kicker’s slump, I guess you would say,” Freeze said of McGough. “Alex is closer health-wise for some shorter ones. Probably have to look at that too.”

Coaching

Grade: D+

Auburn still can’t get over the hump, and that falls on coaching before anything else.

Offensively, the most questionable sequence came on the drive where McGough missed the field goal. Auburn had first-and-goal at the 10-yard line, but threw the ball three straight times.

For context, Auburn ran the ball on eight of its nine previous plays and was moving the ball efficiently doing so.

The first throw on the sequence was a nice end zone shot to Robert Lewis that went through his hands, but the next play was a sack that took away any realistic chance of Auburn getting into the end zone.

Defensively, the biggest question is how Auburn still struggles to contain running quarterbacks seven games into the season. Asante claimed that the team will address the issue this week, but one would think it would be addressed and fixed by now.

Overall

Grade: C-

Auburn looked good enough to win, but it didn’t. Does that sound familiar?

This time around, Auburn really never played well, but mistakes by Missouri gave it a lead and a sense of control.

Eventually, the visiting Tigers’ performance caught up with them, and they were handed a rather deserved loss. You can still make a strong argument, though, that Auburn should’ve won. That’s what good teams do.

Good teams take advantage of their opponents fumbling handoffs and muffing punts into the end zone and win the game.

At the moment, the mark of a good team is one Auburn is falling short of.

Peter Rauterkus covers Auburn sports for AL.com. You can follow him on X at @peter_rauterkus or email him at prauterkus@al.com

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Missouri Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 winning numbers for May 13, 2026

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8 hours ago

May 14, 2026

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The Missouri Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at May 13, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from May 13 drawing

22-31-52-56-67, Powerball: 15, Power Play: 2

Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 3 numbers from May 13 drawing

Midday: 2-6-1

Midday Wild: 7

Evening: 7-8-3

Evening Wild: 2

Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 4 numbers from May 13 drawing

Midday: 5-8-3-5

Midday Wild: 0

Evening: 8-7-7-9

Evening Wild: 1

Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Cash Pop numbers from May 13 drawing

Early Bird: 11

Morning: 15

Matinee: 14

Prime Time: 12

Night Owl: 11

Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Show Me Cash numbers from May 13 drawing

04-08-18-19-27

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Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from May 13 drawing

08-13-39-63-66, Powerball: 02

Check Powerball Double Play payouts and previous drawings here.

Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results

Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

All Missouri Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Missouri Lottery’s regional offices, by appointment only.

To claim by mail, complete a Missouri Lottery winner claim form, sign your winning ticket, and include a copy of your government-issued photo ID along with a completed IRS Form W-9. Ensure your name, address, telephone number and signature are on the back of your ticket. Claims should be mailed to:

Ticket Redemption

Missouri Lottery

P.O. Box 7777

Jefferson City, MO 65102-7777

For in-person claims, visit the Missouri Lottery Headquarters in Jefferson City or one of the regional offices in Kansas City, Springfield or St. Louis. Be sure to call ahead to verify hours and check if an appointment is required.

For additional instructions or to download the claim form, visit the Missouri Lottery prize claim page.

When are the Missouri Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Pick 3: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Pick 4: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Cash4Life: 8 p.m. daily.
Cash Pop: 8 a.m. (Early Bird), 11 a.m. (Late Morning), 3 p.m. (Matinee), 7 p.m. (Prime Time) and 11 p.m. (Night Owl) daily.
Show Me Cash: 8:59 p.m. daily.
Lotto: 8:59 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday.
Powerball Double Play: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Missouri editor. You can send feedback using this form.

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YouthBuild students take construction skills to Missouri Capitol

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1 day ago

May 13, 2026

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YouthBuild students take construction skills to Missouri Capitol

Janis Reeser
| Columbia Daily Tribune

Job Point YouthBuild participants demonstrated their construction skills and shared their personal stories at the Missouri Capitol in Jefferson City on April 21.

The event, hosted by the Missouri YouthBuild Coalition, brought together trainees, staff and partners from across the state, according to a community announcement. The day included hands-on construction demonstrations, youth-led advocacy and opportunities for participants to engage with policymakers.

A hands-on project

Trainees spent the morning constructing the framework of walls and portable chairs in teams, demonstrating the skills they are developing through YouthBuild programs in Columbia, St. Joseph and Cape Girardeau. At the end of the day, they assembled the walls to create a room, symbolizing the collaboration among trainees from different regions.

“It was a very good day. We had to build the chairs over there. I did a little measurement, cutting, all of that,” one Job Point YouthBuild student said in the announcement.

The experience highlighted not only technical skills, but also the importance of teamwork and communication, according to the announcement.

“Working together as a team, putting things together was exquisite. Communication was key,” another student shared in the announcement.

Sharing personal journeys

The event also provided a platform for participants to share their personal journeys. Many YouthBuild participants have faced significant barriers, including interruptions in education and limited access to employment opportunities. Through programs like Job Point’s YouthBuild, they are reconnecting with education, gaining workforce certifications and building pathways to meaningful careers, according to the announcement.

For students, the experience of participating in a statewide event and demonstrating their abilities in such a visible setting was both affirming and inspiring.

“I loved it! I had a great time. We built chairs. It was a good experience,” another participant said in the announcement.

Jerrell Morton, director of Job Point’s YouthBuild, emphasized the importance of visibility. Morton said in the announcement, “At its core, this day is about visibility — showing lawmakers, community leaders and the public what these young people are capable of. Our students aren’t just learning skills — they’re building confidence, leadership and a vision for their future.”

Addressing workforce needs

The event also highlighted the broader need for investment in workforce development initiatives like YouthBuild at the state level. Across Missouri, employers continue to report unfilled jobs and growing skills gaps. YouthBuild programs are helping to address that challenge by equipping young adults with practical training, work experience and the tools needed to succeed in high-demand industries such as construction, healthcare, IT and manufacturing.

For Job Point, participation in the event reinforced its commitment to empowering opportunity youth to overcome barriers, reclaim their education and achieve self-sufficiency and economic stability, according to the announcement.

“It’s a great experience. I love Job Point,” another student reflected in the announcement.

As the day concluded, trainees left with a new sense of confidence after meeting with their state representatives, senators and their staffers and standing up on the Missouri House and Senate floors, according to the announcement.

Job Point YouthBuild participants demonstrated their construction skills and shared their personal stories at the Missouri Capitol in Jefferson City on April 21.

A hands-on project

“It was a very good day. We had to build the chairs over there. I did a little measurement, cutting, all of that,” one Job Point YouthBuild student said in the announcement.

The experience highlighted not only technical skills, but also the importance of teamwork and communication, according to the announcement.

“Working together as a team, putting things together was exquisite. Communication was key,” another student shared in the announcement.

Sharing personal journeys

For students, the experience of participating in a statewide event and demonstrating their abilities in such a visible setting was both affirming and inspiring.

“I loved it! I had a great time. We built chairs. It was a good experience,” another participant said in the announcement.

Addressing workforce needs

“It’s a great experience. I love Job Point,” another student reflected in the announcement.

This story was created with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at https://cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct/.

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Missouri Supreme Court rules redistricting map meets constitutional requirements

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2 days ago

May 12, 2026

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Missouri Supreme Court rules redistricting map meets constitutional requirements

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Supreme Court issued opinions Tuesday in two cases concerning the state’s latest redistricting map.

Both opinions found the map meets constitutional requirements. As it is already in effect, it will stay in effect.

“Today’s Missouri Supreme Court rulings are a huge victory for voters,” Gov. Mike Kehoe said in a statement. “Missourians are more alike than we are different, and our Missouri values — rooted in common sense, hard work, and personal responsibility — are stronger and far more aligned across both sides of the aisle than the extreme left-wing agendas pushed in states like New York, California, and Illinois. The Missouri First Map ensures those values are represented fairly and accurately at every level of government. This August, Missouri voters will head to the ballot box to vote for candidates in these newly drawn districts.”

The opinion in Elizabeth Healey, et al. v. State of Missouri, et al. stated residents failed to meet the burden required by Missouri law to demonstrate the map was unconstitutional.

This case raised an issue with Article III, Section 45 of the Missouri Constitution, which states that districts “shall be comprised of contiguous territory as compact and as nearly equal in population as may be.” But the court found the concerned residents were unable to prove the “legislature improperly deviated from the directives of article III, section 45.”

The second lawsuit, Jake Maggard, et al. v. State of Missouri, et al., took issue with which map was currently in effect. Residents gathered signatures they believed should stop the new map from going into effect until put before Missouri voters.

However, the court ruled unanimously that nothing in the constitution allows a referendum petition alone to automatically suspend legislation. It has yet to be determined if the referendum petition filing was “legal, sufficient and timely,” per the opinion.

Additional redistricting cases remain ongoing.

NAACP, et al. v. Kehoe will go before the Missouri Supreme Court on May 27. This case argues the governor didn’t have the power to call the “extraordinary session” in which the new redistricting map was adopted.

Additionally, People Not Politicians v. Hoskins will go before a judge in July. Though in a lower court, this case concerns the validity of the signatures people gathered to force a statewide vote on the map.

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