The Missouri Tigers faithful watched in horror as their season slipped, literally, in front of them on Saturday. Star quarterback Brady Cook dropped back to pass on a 2nd & 8 from inside opponent territory, only to slip, nearly take a tumble, and not be able to plant his feet before ultimately taking a dive in the backfield.
As we look at what happened after, it’s imperative to note that this was clearly a non-contact injury and it’s fair to see why Missouri fans are speculative.
What Happened to Brady Cook?
It was a simple 2nd & 8 dropback early in the second quarter against Auburn. Cook dropped back to pass from the shotgun and as he went to plant his back foot and move away from a collapsing pocket, it was clear something was wrong.
Cook’s legs buckled and he tried to run away from pressure, but it looks like his legs couldn’t hold up any longer than he already had. He dove to avoid taking a sack on what appeared to be just one leg.
Here’s what caused #Mizzou QB Brady Cook to leave the game and go to the locker room. pic.twitter.com/XqP3XohEav
— Joey Van Zummeren (@JoeyVZ_) October 19, 2024
Cook lightly jogged off the field, grimacing and not putting weight on his injured leg in the process.
He was later seen heading into the locker room under his own power.
As bad as it was, however, it was stated on the broadcast that it was an ‘ankle injury’ and he would be getting the ankle taped and he would likely return to the game.
Missouri’s season hangs in the balance of the Auburn game as the Tigers entered with College Football Playoff aspirations still intact. Drew Pyne replaced Cook on the drive and the ensuing possession following Cook’s injury.
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Pyne played football for three different schools during his five years in college.
As Cook likely returns, we’ll continue to monitor his status and subsequent level of play following the ankle injury.
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