Overview

• Ty Simpson went 23-for-31 for 200 yards and three touchdowns, converting pivotal fourth-down throws including a strike to Lotzeir Brooks to extend the decisive drive.
• Alabama controlled possession 38:33 to 21:27, held Missouri to 1-for-10 on third downs, and limited leading rusher Ahmad Hardy to 52 yards on 12 carries.
• True freshman Dijon Lee Jr. sealed the game with a final-minute interception, complementing a second-half pick by safety Bray Hubbard after early defensive adjustments.
• Running back Jam Miller and freshman receiver Derek Meadows exited with head injuries and did not return, with their statuses to be monitored ahead of Saturday’s visit from No. 11 Tennessee.
• The Crimson Tide improved to 5-1 and 3-0 in the SEC with a third straight win over a ranked opponent, as national projections elevated Alabama to seeds ranging from No. 3 to No. 7.