Missouri Tigers to Compete in Music City Bowl

The Missouri Tigers have made a significant addition to their roster with the signing of quarterback Beau Pribula from Penn State, raising questions about the team's quarterback strategy for 2025. As they prepare for the Music City Bowl against Iowa, Mizzou faces challenges with several key players opting out, including star receiver Luther Burden and right tackle Armand Membou, both declaring for the NFL Draft. Additionally, linebacker Chuck Hicks has chosen to spend the bowl game with his family, and tight end Brett Norfleet is recovering from knee surgery. Meanwhile, Iowa is also navigating quarterback transitions, having lost multiple players to the transfer portal, including Cade McNamara and Marco Lainez, while still seeking to attract talent to their program. Both teams view the bowl game as an opportunity to evaluate younger players amid these changes. As the matchup approaches, the focus remains on how these roster shifts will impact the performance on the field.