Mizzou special teams look to improve ahead of upcoming season

Mizzou's special teams unit aims for improvement as they prepare for the upcoming season, following a challenging previous year marked by injuries and performance issues. Key members including kicker Blake Craig, long snapper Brett Le Blanc, and new special teams coordinator John Papuchis addressed media during fall camp. The unit is motivated to prove themselves, particularly after the departure of previous coordinator Eric Link. Competition is strong among kickers as Mizzou evaluates multiple candidates for the punter position, with the goal of enhancing overall consistency and performance. Media day conversations reflect a commitment to bounce back and regain reliability.

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