Missouri releases snap counts and PFF grades after win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 6:58 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Missouri football utilized more than 70 players during its 54-14 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff in Columbia this past Thursday. Quarterback Austin Simmons recorded a 90.8 grade from Pro Football Focus after completing 17 of 19 passes for 252 yards and four touchdowns. Wide receiver Naeshaun Montgomery led the team in participation, remaining on the field for approximately 75% of offensive plays. While the passing game produced high grades, head coach Drinkwitz noted that the offensive line struggled with run blocking at the second level throughout the contest. Tight end Malae Fonoti exited the game early due to an apparent injury, and the coaching staff continues to rotate personnel across the roster as the season progresses.
- •Austin Simmons completed 17 of 19 passes for 252 yards and four touchdowns.
- •Naeshaun Montgomery played 59 snaps to lead all Missouri players.
- •Four starting offensive linemen earned pass-blocking grades of 83.3 or better.
- •More than 70 players participated for Missouri in the 54-14 season-opening win.
- 6:58 PMYahoo Sports — Snap counts, PFF grades for Missouri football in Week 1 vs UAPB
"More than 70 players played at least one snap for Missouri football in Week 1. Here's who saw the field for MU, and how PFF graded them, against UAPB.
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