You sleeping on Mizzou's defense. They had one of the most disruptive fronts in the country, particularly pass rushing. But that doesn't help you when the team you are facing is not passing
They were #2 in the SEC against the run behind Bama. So again, I don't see FSU head and shoulders above them. Better yes. Head and shoulders better, don't think so. Look up until yesterday, Mizzou only allowed one 100 yard rusher all this year. Mizzou's defense ripped Texas A&M a new one. So let's not down play them. They know how to play defense. Yesterday though, Auburn's offense had them:
Part of the reason I was soo frustrated with the game. I knew Mizzou's defense was good. I watched them in person earlier this year. Just couldn't believe they got demoralized like that. It'll be fun to see how the title game plays out.