What happened: The College Football Playoff selection committee slotted Missouri into the No. 22 spot in its Nov. 10 rankings release. Southeastern Conference rival LSU secured the position directly ahead at No. 21, while Oklahoma State entered at No. 25.

Why it matters: The standing keeps Missouri on the periphery of the 12-team playoff bracket following the home setback against Texas. With the postseason moving to a 24-team format for the 2027 season, remaining in the current selection picture requires avoiding further conference losses.

What to watch: Missouri looks to strengthen its postseason resume as the regular season enters its final stretch.