The Morning Commute for Tuesday, November 3

Missouri kicker Blake Craig missed a 27-yard field goal in the second quarter on a possession in which the Tigers could've gone for a touchdown. Missouri did not score after the miss and lost 31-3.

RB Jamal Roberts, DT Donta Simpson and K Blake Craig all raised their stock after strong performances against Florida.

Mizzou kicker Blake Craig missed most of 2025 with an injury, and Missouri struggled mightily because of it. He's healthy for 2026, and is set to help Mizzou's kicking thrive.

Headlined by Blake Craig's return, here's an overview of the returners, transfers and coaches on Missouri's special teams.

Notebook, Observations from Mizzou's Fall Camp Practice on Friday.

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Blake Craig and new special teams coordinator John Papuchis puts the unit in "good hands."

Starting kicker Blake Craig is among Mizzou's most important players next season. If the Tigers are without a full-strength Craig, the kicking and the offense take a severe hit and will be limited.