Missouri boasts the nation’s No. 3 defense in allowing just 219 yards per game, while its 12 points allowed are good for eighth. The Tigers’ impressive statistics continue with 127.2 passing yards allowed per game, the fifth-best figure in the country, and 91.8 rushing yards allowed, ranking 19th in the nation.

Irish Breakdown has made predictions for the important matchup. This is a big game for Notre Dame, and the result will likely allow the Irish to jump in the rankings during their bye. A win by Texas A&M not only improves Notre Dame's strength of schedule, it also likely allows the Irish to jump Missouri in the Top 25 rankings.