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Deadspin | No. 9 Missouri seeks improvement entering clash with Buffalo

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September 3, 2024

Deadspin | No. 9 Missouri seeks improvement entering clash with Buffalo

Aug 29, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers quarterback Brady Cook (12) runs the ball as Murray State Racers defensive back Amari Wansley (8) chases during the first half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

No. 9 Missouri will look to clean up its passing attack when it faces Buffalo on Saturday in Columbia, Mo.

The Tigers (1-0) routed Murray State 51-0 in its season opener. Quarterback Brady Cook completed 20 of 31 passes for 228 yards and a TD, but he failed to connect on multiple downfield throws.

Coach Eliah Drinkwitz will seek improvement against the Bulls (1-0) this weekend.

“It starts with fundamentals, route depth, timing, the quarterback setting his feet when he makes a throw,” Drinkwitz said after reviewing the game tape. “Not drifting after he throws the ball to get ready to go do a celebration, finish the throw, (and) have your feet set in the pocket. Wide receivers have got to run their routes at the correct depth. They’ve got to explode out of them. The quarterback has got to make the throws.”

The Tigers completed passes for 11 different targets, with preseason All-American Luther Burden III catching four passes for 49 yards and a touchdown.

Buffalo opened its season with a 30-13 victory over Lafayette in first-year coach Pete Lembo’s debut. The Bulls built a 403-223 total yards advantage.

Lembo spent the past three seasons as associate head coach and special teams coordinator at South Carolina, so he knows Missouri well.

“I faced these guys the last three years in the SEC and just have tremendous respect for how they have built this program,” Lembo said. “Coach Drinkwitz is really the mastermind behind this whole thing.

“He’s a fantastic offensive coach He’s had success offensively everywhere he’s been from the high school ranks all the way up the Power 5.”

Bulls linebacker Shaun Dolac earned MAC Defensive Player of the Week honors by making 11 tackles, including two for loss (one sack), and grabbing an interception.

“You can tell he studies tape,” Drinkwitz said. “You can tell he’s a very smart, physical player at the point of contact. They utilize him in the box. Out of the box, they pressure with him. So he’s a really good player. It’s going to be a real challenge for us. He’s consistent with what you see in our league.”

Missouri is familiar with Bulls quarterback C.J. Ogbonna, who completed 14 of 24 passes for 195 yards and two touchdowns against Lafayette.

Ogbonna transferred from Southeast Missouri State, which lost 59-28 at Missouri in 2021. In that game Ogbonna rushed for 96 yards on 12 carries and completed 7 of 14 passes for 53 yards with run-pass option plays.

“We’ve got to do a good job in the read game,” Drinkwitz said. “They try to get on your edges through zone reads, plus-one run schemes and options, so we have to be disciplined and multiple in the way we’re challenging those read schemes.”

Buffalo pounded the ball on the ground versus Lafayette with five running backs combining for 41 carries. The Bulls figure to rotate backs again this week.

“I feel like we have a lot of backs that can do a lot of different things,” said Jacqez Barksdale, who ran for 99 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries against Lafayette. “I consider myself to be a power back and we have other great backs that have different abilities. I feel like that will help us against Missouri, coming in and showing them a few different things.”

–Field Level Media

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Two airlifted after serious crash in Cole County

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3 hours ago

June 4, 2026

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Two airlifted after serious crash in Cole County

Two people were seriously injured in a crash Wednesday morning in Cole County on Route B, south of Spring Ridge Road, near St. Thomas, according to a crash report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

Around 11:50 a.m., a 2020 Honda CRV SUV driven by a 67-year-old woman from Meta attempted to turn southbound onto Route B and traveled into the path of 2018 Freightliner Cascadia semitruck driven by a 71-year-old-man, according to the crash report.

The driver of the Honda and the passenger, a 66-year-old-man from Meta, were not wearing seat belts and were airlifted to University Hospital in Columbia, according to the crash report. Both sustained serious injuries, according to the report.

The driver of the semitruck was not injured, according to the crash report.

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Water Safety Tips from Missouri State Highway Patrol – Ozark Radio News

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June 3, 2026

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Water Safety Tips from Missouri State Highway Patrol – Ozark Radio News

As summer recreation ramps up across Missouri, safety officials are reminding residents that water safety begins long before anyone steps into a lake or river. Understanding the risks of water activities, knowing personal limits, and making responsible choices are the foundation of preventing tragedies on the water.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol and other safety agencies emphasize that natural waterways can present hidden hazards, including strong currents, sudden drop‑offs, and floating debris. Swimmers are urged to stay aware of their surroundings, use life jackets when appropriate, and avoid swimming alone.

Officials say simple precautions—such as recognizing fatigue, monitoring weather conditions, and watching out for others in your group—can make the difference between a fun day on the water and a dangerous situation. As families head outdoors, authorities encourage everyone to treat water safety as a shared responsibility.

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Missouri Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 winning numbers for June 2, 2026

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24 hours ago

June 3, 2026

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

Here’s a look at June 2, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Mega Millions numbers from June 2 drawing

15-26-43-48-60, Mega Ball: 12

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Winning Pick 3 numbers from June 2 drawing

Midday: 6-2-1

Midday Wild: 4

Evening: 0-2-0

Evening Wild: 2

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Winning Pick 4 numbers from June 2 drawing

Midday: 4-9-6-4

Midday Wild: 5

Evening: 1-3-6-4

Evening Wild: 9

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Winning Cash Pop numbers from June 2 drawing

Early Bird: 13

Morning: 04

Matinee: 04

Prime Time: 08

Night Owl: 12

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Winning Show Me Cash numbers from June 2 drawing

01-10-15-19-31

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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.

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