The Missouri Tigers received the biggest momentum boost imaginable in Saturday's win over Auburn, after quarterback Brady Cook returned from an ankle injury and

Here is what we saw from Missouri football’s defense on Saturday against Auburn, and where Mizzou stands heading to Alabama.

Cook sustained an ankle injury on the opening series and ultimately went to the locker room in the first quarter. After a trip to the hospital for an MRI, Cook came back in and willed the Tigers to the 21-17 victory over Auburn, trailing 17-6 at the time of his return.

Missouri football faces Auburn on Saturday on Faurot Field. You can find live updates of every key play and score change from the game here.

Last week, Missouri football was a consensus outsider among national bowl prognosticators. Did a dramatic win over Auburn — securing bowl eligibility as it was MU’s sixth victory of the season — do anything to change the forecasters’ minds?

A clear indication of quarterback play, two freshmen and their redshirts and more are inside this week's look at Pro Football Focus' stats and snap counts.

The Auburn Tigers play against the Missouri Tigers in a Southeastern Conference football game today. Fans can watch this game for free.