The biggest issue with Missouri’s offensive woes in 2019 was, surprisingly, the offensive line. Glen Elerbee was able to improve Missouri's line in 2016-2017 thanks to starting the five biggest dudes on the line and utilizing a quick passing game to keep any defender from hitting Drew Lock. Brad Davis took over in 2018 and reaped the benefits of a line that was 9th in the country in sack rate, 20th in opening holes for five-yard gains, and 6th in the country in stopping runs from getting stuffed.
Last year’s line? 93rd in sack rate, 106th in opening holes for five-yard gains, and 72nd in stopping runs from getting stuffed.