Missouri reportedly makes decision on Brady Cook's status for Memphis game
Missouri is likely still celebrating after a thrilling win over Kansas State in Week 3. The Tigers defeated the Wildcats thanks to a 61-yard field goal by Harrison Mevis.
Unfortunately, quarterback Brady Cook suffered a knee injury during the win and was questionable to play against the Memphis Tigers this weekend.
On Friday, however, Cook was a full participant at practice, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel.
Thamel said Cook is expected to start on Saturday vs. Memphis:
Source: Missouri quarterback Brady Cook will start against Memphis on Saturday in St. Louis. He was a full participant in practice on Friday after being limited earlier in the week with a knee injury suffered against Kansas State.
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) September 22, 2023
If Cook was unable to go, the Tigers would have turned to either Miami transfer Jake Garcia or 4-star redshirt freshman Sam Horn.
Through 3 games this season, Cook has been extremely efficient. The QB has completed 72.0% of his passes for 732 yards with 5 TDs and 0 INTs. Cook will have a tough test on Saturday against Memphis, however. The Tigers are currently 2nd in the nation in passing defense, allowing just 112.7 yards per game.
Mizzou has a chance to head into SEC play with a perfect 4-0 record.