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Missouri Tigers Set to Face South Carolina Gamecocks in Conference Showdown at Williams-Brice Stadium

The Missouri Tigers will face off against the South Carolina Gamecocks in a conference matchup at Williams-Brice Stadium on Saturday. The Tigers are coming off a win against Oklahoma and will look to continue their success. The Gamecocks are on a three-game winning streak and will aim to extend it. South Carolina is the favorite to win with a current line of -13.5. Kickoff is set for 4:15 PM Eastern Time.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers +410 | Gamecocks -556
• Spread: Tigers +13.5 (-110) | Gamecocks -13.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 43.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that South Carolina will win straight-up is 85%.

Missouri vs South Carolina Stats

Missouri Tigers

The Missouri Tigers have recently won three of their last four games, including a thrilling 30-23 victory over the Oklahoma Sooners. In a close game, defensive end Zion Young scored a touchdown off an Oklahoma fumble in the final seconds to secure the win. Quarterback Drew Pyne had a solid performance, passing for 143 yards and three touchdowns. The offense has been inconsistent, but the team has shown resilience and determination in their recent games. Key injuries to QB Brady Cook and center Connor Tollison may impact upcoming games. Missouri is currently ranked 24th in power rankings, with a strong defense and solid offensive performance this season.

South Carolina Gamecocks Analysis

The South Carolina Gamecocks have been on a winning streak, with a recent 28-7 victory over the #24 Vanderbilt Commodores. Senior running back Raheim Sanders had an impressive game, rushing for two touchdowns and gaining 126 yards on the ground. Quarterback LaNorris Sellers threw for 238 yards and two TDs, while the defense held Vanderbilt to 274 total yards. South Carolina's offense has been strong, scoring 25 or more points in their last four games. Key player DT DeAndre Jules is expected to return from injury. The Gamecocks currently have a power ranking of 16 and are performing well on both offense and defense. Missouri has struggled in recent matchups against South Carolina, going 0-3 in their last three meetings.

Missouri poised for victory against struggling South Carolina

Missouri has a strong track record against South Carolina, winning their last five games against the spread, with the most recent two victories occurring at Williams-Brice Stadium. In contrast, the Gamecocks have struggled to score more than 12 points in their previous two matchups against the Tigers. Offensively, Missouri outshines South Carolina, ranking favorably in multiple categories compared to the Gamecocks' lower standings in the league. Furthermore, the Tigers have won three of their last four games against the spread. Notably, Missouri boasts an elite defense this season, holding opponents to an average of just under 300 yards per game and limiting them to 17.9 points on average. Based on these statistics and trends, a Missouri victory on Saturday appears likely. Therefore, it is advisable to take the Tigers giving the points.

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