Nov 22, 2014; Knoxville, TN, USA; Missouri Tigers defensive lineman Markus Golden (33) celebrates with fans after defeating the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Missouri won 29-21. Mandatory Credit: Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports
4. Missouri Tigers
Last week: Beat Tennessee, 29-21
Stock watch: Rising
Perhaps it’s time to start giving Missouri some credit?
The Tigers have collectively caught hell and had their entire season discredited for losing a non-conference game against Indiana.
But while the rest of the SEC giggles behind Missouri’s back for losing to the Hoosiers, the Tigers are on the verge of winning the SEC East for the second season in a row.
If Missouri is able to get past a suddenly red-hot Arkansas team, they’ll be on their way to Atlanta.