Missouri Tigers defeat Troy 27-17 to improve to 3-0

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No. 20 Missouri defeated Troy 27-17 at Faurot Field to improve to a 3-0 record. Despite a slow start where Troy led 10-0, the Tigers secured the win through a decisive second quarter fueled by special teams and defensive takeaways.

Key plays included a 68-yard punt return touchdown by DaMarion Fowlkes and a touchdown run by Jamal Roberts, who finished with 128 rushing yards. Missouri's defense contributed significantly with an interception by Sione Laulea and a strip-sack by Langden Kitchen that set up a scoring drive.

Following the victory, Missouri rose one spot in both the Associated Press Top-25 and the USA Today Coaches poll. The Tigers now prepare for their Southeastern Conference (SEC) opener against No. 24 Mississippi State.