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Drinkwitz Dismisses Coaching Rumors, Focuses on Winning Season

10/16/2025

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Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz addressed rumors about his name, including speculation about Penn State.
He criticized social media for wild reporting and said such speculation distracts the team.
He denied Kirby Moore interviewed for Arkansas, calling the report a complete lie.
Missouri is 5-1 and on track for a third straight 10-win season.
Drinkwitz remains committed to Missouri amid the coaching carousel.

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Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz addressed rumors about his name, including speculation about Penn State.
He criticized social media for wild reporting and said such speculation distracts the team.
He denied Kirby Moore interviewed for Arkansas, calling the report a complete lie.
Missouri is 5-1 and on track for a third straight 10-win season.
Drinkwitz remains committed to Missouri amid the coaching carousel.