by Bill Pollock | Jun 15, 2026 | News, Sports Features
Former Missouri standout and NFL pass rusher Aldon Smith has died at the age of 36. Smith was one of the most dominant defensive players in recent Tigers history, recording 14.5 sacks in just 23 games during two seasons at Missouri. His combination of size, speed and...
by Bill Pollock | Nov 3, 2015 | Sports Features
Following San Francisco’s 27-6 loss in St. Louis on Sunday to the Rams, the once proud franchise is cleaning house and reshuffling their lineup. The 49ers (2-6) will bench quarterback Colin Kaepernick and go with Parkway West product and former Missouri Tiger...
by Bill Pollock | Aug 19, 2013 | Sports Features
Blaine Gabbert won the Jacksonville Jaguars’ starting quarterback job. He will not play the rest of the preseason, because of a hairline fracture in his right thumb. Gabbert won’t need surgery, but will wear a protection while he heals. Gabbert will be...
by Bill Pollock | Sep 21, 2011 | Sports Features
Blaine Gabbert, the Jacksonville Jaguars first round draft pick, was named their starter for Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers. Unfortunately for Blaine, his first start will come against Cam Newton, who was the overall number one pick, and has more...
by Bill Pollock | Sep 7, 2011 | Sports Features
Tired of his inconsistent play, Jacksonville head coach Jack Del Rio cut quarterback David Garrard who was projected to be the starter. However, that did not hand the starting job to former Mizzou quarterback Blaine Gabbert, but it certainly means we can see him...
