Tiger Kickoff

Jeff Gettys, a sophomore reserve linebacker for the Missouri football team, has taken advantage of every opportunity he has had a a walk-on for the Tigers. His efforts have earned him a scholarship.

It's hard for former teammates and coaches at Palo Duro High School in Amarillo, Texas, to forget the plays MU's Ziggy Hood used to make.

Sean Weatherspoon, a junior linebacker, has become the face of MU's early season success.

Gary Pinkel calls him the ultimate team player. Chase Daniel says that he can't remember seeing him ever feeling sorry for himself. None of this is a surprise to Hayti High School coach David Gilmore.

Senior captain Tommy Saunders takes it upon himself to pass down what he has learned in his time as a Missouri wide receiver.

Tigers tight end Chase Coffman’s right pinkie was broken last week, but coach Gary Pinkel said he is expected to return in time for the Aug. 30 game against Illinois.

The Missouri football team is looking to continue a notable season in its last game in Columbia of the 2007 season.

After losing a teammate, MU defensive lineman Lorenzo Williams still found the strength to lead his team.

When running back Tony Temple came to Missouri in 2004, he was one of the most hyped recruits in the country. Four years later, injuries and legal trouble have overshadowed his stellar play on the field. Now a senior, Temple will likely play his final game at Faurot Field on Saturday.

Chase Coffman, a 6-foot-6-inch, 245-pound tight end, describes his logic-defying leaps

For Tommy Saunders, working out diligently not only helps gain muscle for the football field, it also lifts his spirits

Darnell Terrell doesn't have much time for it now as a starter for the Tigers, but ever since he was a child he has loved drawing, especially comic book characters.

Bill Cocos, 76, has been at every Mizzou football home game since 1948. That’s 337 games.