Eli Drinkwitz discusses Mizzou's win over New Mexico State, chides young players for not taking opportunity seriously
Eli Drinkwitz and the Missouri Tigers took down New Mexico State 45-14 on Senior Night at Faurot Field on Saturday night.
It was a dominant effort from the Tigers, who had big games from many veteran players.
After the victory, Drinkwitz had plenty to say to the media. He started by thanking fans and the seniors for a great season:
WATCH: #Mizzou Head Coach, Eli Drinkwitz, starts his presser by thanking the fans, especially the students, and then goes on to appreciate the seniors.@KOMUsports @BenArnetKOMU pic.twitter.com/OmBf77Wmc3
— Chase (@ChaseMatteson) November 20, 2022
On defensive playmakers Martez Manuel and Daylan Carnell:
Drinkwitz said he wishes he could get Daylan Carnell and Martez Manuel on the field at the same time more. Said Carnell is "always around the ball." Had a pick-six, almost another pick tonight for #Mizzou
— Jack Soble (@jacksoble56) November 20, 2022
On Brady Cook’s 251-yard, 3-touchdown passing effort:
"I think he's played his best two games two weeks in a row." – Coach Drinkwitz when asked about Brady Cook's performance tonight.
Cook threw for three touchdowns and 251 passing yards with 71 yards on the ground. #Mizzou
— ESPN100.5/105.1 KTGR (@KTGRsports) November 20, 2022
On TE Ryan Hoerstkamp, who scored a touchdown:
Drinkwitz on Ryan Hoerstkamp: "Ever since the South Carolina game, he's taken advantage of his opportunity." Said some of the other young players can learn from what he's been doing. #Mizzou
— Jack Soble (@jacksoble56) November 20, 2022
On young players not seizing the opportunity to play:
Drinkwitz wasn't pleased with how some of the young players handled their playing time opportunities tonight.
Said some spent too much time huddled on the bench by the heaters— Dave Matter (@Dave_Matter) November 20, 2022
On senior WR Barrett Banister:
Drinkwitz on Banister and his career night.
"He's been a very unselfish player for us…very appreciative for him."
— Brandon Haynes (@BrandonHaynes_) November 20, 2022
Mizzou is now 5-6 and has a chance to clinch a bowl berth on Friday afternoon against Arkansas. That Week 13 rivalry game will kick off at 3:30 p.m. Eastern time on CBS.
