Takeaways from Eli Drinkwitz Saturday press conference

On Saturday, Missouri held a scrimmage, closed to the media, that simulated in-game scenarios including operating in the red zone and the end of halves. Eli Drinkwitz addressed the media afterward pointing out positives from both sides of the ball, but to no surprise had a lot more to say about the defense.

“I thought our defense started really fast. (The) offense finally found a little rhythm in the open field and then capitalized at the end of half which was good to see,” Drinkwitz said. “I’m really pleased with the way our defensive line is performing right now along with our linebackers being very sturdy against the run, and its really hard to pass against Ennis Rakestraw, Jr. and K.D…