Auburn had several missed tackles on that drive and a pass interference call that boosted the Missouri offensive momentum even further. Freshman defensive lineman Malik Blockton took the blame, breaking down the moments he felt he could have improved in.

Auburn scored a special teams touchdown following Luther Burden III's muffed punt and a fumble recovery in the end zone. Kicker Towns McCough missed a 30-yard field goal and there were way too many special teams penalties (three) that prevented this from being a better grade.

Auburn football finds end zone, takes lead on Missouri in second half The special teams play was the start of some nice momentum for Auburn, as Missouri answered with a field goal before quarterback Payton Thorne found Cam Coleman for a 47-yard touchdown to take a 17-6 lead.