The 39-20 win was Missouri's largest margin of victory and highest-scoring performance in SEC play this season. Missouri's offensive efforts were led by its run game, attempting 56 carries in the game.

Missouri Tigers safety Daylan Carnell, right, recovers a fumble and returns it 68 yards for a touchdown against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during an SEC college football game at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 in Starkville, Mississippi. Matt Bush Imagn Images

Missouri football plays Mississippi State on the road Saturday. You can find live updates of every key play and score change from the game here.

With only two games remaining in the regular season, the No. 23 Missouri Tigers have as good a chance as any to add an eighth win to its record against the Miss

Mississippi State had the momentum early, kicking a field goal on the opening drive and forcing three-and-outs on consecutive possessions. It threatened to score again with the ball at Mizzou’s 30-yard line, but quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. fumbled, and the Tigers returned it 68 yards for a touchdown.

Missouri football played, and won, its final road game of the season against Mississippi State. Now 8-3 with one game left, where could MU go bowling?

From a clear indication of Missouri's offensive philosophy to some defensive personnel changes, take an analytical look back at the Tigers' win.