The No. 7 Missouri Tigers narrowly defeated the Vanderbilt Commodores with a score of 30-27 in a dramatic double overtime game on September 21, 2024. Despite facing pressure from an improved Vanderbilt team, Mizzou managed to cling to their undefeated record, moving to 4-0 for the season. The win was characterized by missed opportunities for both teams, as Mizzou's quarterback Brady Cook remarked on the need for improvement, stating, 'It’s just not good enough. We got a lot of work to do.' Coach Eli Drinkwitz expressed pride in the team's resilience while acknowledging critical mistakes that need addressing. Mizzou's kicker Blake Craig redeemed himself after early struggles by delivering the game-winning field goal after three previous misses. This victory has sparked debates among fans regarding Missouri's top-10 ranking following this close call against Vanderbilt.