Orlando, FL (SportsNetwork.com) - Maty Mauk rebounded from two early interceptions to lead the 16th-ranked Missouri Tigers over the Minnesota Golden Gophers, 33-17, in the Citrus Bowl. Mauk completed 12-of-19 passes for 97 yards and two touchdowns for the Tigers (11-3), who recorded 11 wins for the fourth time in program history. He also carried the ball 11 times for 38 yards and a score. Marcus Murphy carried the ball 12 times for 157 yards for Missouri, which has won its last three bowl games. Russell Hansbrough rushed for 114 yards and a score on 15 carries. Bud Sasser caught seven passes for 68 yards and two touchdowns in the victory. Mitch Leidner completed 21-of-31 passes for 258 yards and one touchdown for the Gophers (8-5), who have dropped their last seven bowl games. Maxx Williams caught seven passes for 98 yards and a score for Minnesota, which played in a New Years Day bowl for the first time since 1962. David Cobb rushed for 81 yards on 21 carries. The game started with two Mauk interceptions and a fumble by Leidner. Minnesota put together an 11-play, 80-yard drive following Mauks second interception. Rodrick Williams Jr. capped the march with a 20-yard TD run. Missouri pulled off a successful fake punt early in the second quarter. Defensive lineman Harold Brantley took a direct snap and ran 19 yards for a fresh set of downs. But the Tigers punted for real when faced with a 4th-and-4 from the Minnesota 39. The Tigers started their next drive past midfield and Hansbrough ripped off a 21-yard run. However, Missouri settled for a 21-yard Andrew Baggett field goal. Missouri scored a touchdown five plays into its next possession. Mauk ran 20 yards to the Minnesota 25 before hooking up with Sasser for a touchdown. The Tigers recovered an onside kick to open the third quarter. Baggett made a 33-yard field goal to make it 13-7 Missouri. The Golden Gophers responded with a quick score to take the lead. Williams leaped over two defenders before diving into the end zone for a 54-yard score. But Missouri capitalized on a muffed Minnesota punt. Three plays later, Mauk ripped off an 18-yard TD run to give the Tigers a 19-14 lead. Jalen Myrick returned the ensuing kickoff 57 yards to the Missouri 43. However, Minnesota settled for a 38-yard Ryan Santoso field goal with 7:22 left in the third. The Tigers went ahead by nine, 26-17, on Hansbroughs 78-yard TD run with 9:22 remaining in the fourth. On the next Missouri possession, Murphy ran for 69 yards before Sasser caught a 7-yard TD pass. Game Notes Missouri leads the all-time series, 5-3-1 ... The Tigers improved to 15-16 in bowl games all-time, while the Golden Gophers fell to 5-12 in the postseason ... The Tigers, champions of the SEC Eastern Division, racked up 434 yards of total offense. . It will then be back to business once the puck drops as the two clubs battle for key points in their respective playoff races. Watch the game live on TSN Canadiens and listen on TSN Radio 690 starting at 7:30pm et. . Murakami gracefully executed a double triple toe jump and a triple flip jump that put her at the top of a tightly contested race with 64.73 points, just ahead of Li Zijun of China on 62.
http://www.hurricanesauthority.com/auth ... ersey/.com) - The top spot in the AFC South will be on the line when Houston native Andrew Luck and the Indianapolis Colts shoot for their fourth straight win when they take on the Texans at NRG Stadium. . Cabrera is hitting .218 with three homers and 16 RBI in 80 games this season. The Padres recalled second baseman Brooks Conrad from Triple-A El Paso to replace Cabrera on the roster. . 5 Trade Deadline isnt that far away and teams will be making decisions on whether to buy, sell and decide which players can make the biggest difference and hold the greatest value.Its the last round of Scottish Premiership fixtures before the international break where Scotland will face England in a crucial World Cup qualifier. Celtic came away with a 1-1 draw at Borussia Monchengladbach in the Champions League in midweek and will be hoping to continue their unbeaten Premiership run.Rangers, Hearts, Aberdeen and St Johnstone will again jostle to come out of the weekend in second place with only one point between the four clubs, and only five points separate Dundee at the foot of the table to Inverness CT in sixth so there could also be plenty in the bottom half this weekend. WATCH Now TV Watch Sky Sports for ￡6.99. No contract Sky Sports Scotland commentary team Ian Crocker and Andy Walker are on hand to discuss their predictions and players to watch.Partick Thistle v Aberdeen - Friday 7.45pmAndy Walkers prediction: Partick Thistle 0-2 AberdeenKey player: Ryan JackGood to see him fully fit again. His presence allows the flair players to express themselves. James Maddison will be key for Dons at Firhill Ian Crockers prediction: Partick Thistle 1-2 AberdeenKey player: James MaddisonOn-loan Norwich starlet makes things happen. Simple as that. Celtic v Inverness CT - Saturday 3pmAndy Walkers prediction: Celtic 3-0 Inverness CTKey player: Stuart Armstrong:A much more effective player under Brendan Rodgers than Ronny Delia - and a decent goal threat, too. Tom Rogic has been singled out due to sparkling form for the Hoops Ian Crockers prediction: Celtic 2-1 Inverness CTKey player: Tom RogicCeltics Wizard of Oz has become a prominent player with an eye for a spectacular goal. Dundee v Motherwell - Saturday 3pmAndy Walkers prediction: Dundee 1-0 MotherwellKey player: Marcus HaberRecent signing has the physical presence to help his team move up the table. Tom Hateley has enjoyed upturn in fortunes since move to Dens Park Ian Crockers prediction: Dundee 1-1 MotherwellKey player: Tom HateleyHe might fanccy making his mark against his former club.dddddddddddd#160;Hearts v St Johnstone - Saturday 3pm Andy Walkers prediction: Hearts 3-1 St JohnstoneKey player: Bjorn JohnsenAfter the Tony Watt/Conor Sammon partnership failed to get the goals required, Johnsen has shown he knows the way to goal. Bjorn Johnsen knows the way to goal, says Andy Walker Ian Crockers prediction: Hearts 2-1 St JohnstoneKey player: Bjorn JohnsenNorwegian New Yorker has started to get himself noticed - and not just because he looks like a basketball player. Kilmarnock v Hamilton AcciesAndy Walkers prediction: Kilmarnock 0-0 Hamilton AcciesKey player: Darian MackinnonHuge appetite for the game, boundless energy and a great competitor for Hamilton. Darian Mackinnon (left) will be pivotal in midfield battle with Killie Ian Crockers prediction: Kilmarnock 1-0 Hamilton AcciesKey player: Souleymane CoulibalyIf anyone could nick a tight game, he could be the man. Ross County v Rangers - Live on Sky Sports 2 and Sky Sports 5 from 11.30am SundayAndy Walkers prediction: Ross County 1-4 RangersKey player: Josh WindassA goalscoring threat from midfield and a player who has the potential to improve enormously this season. Josh Windass (right) has impressed during his short spell at Rangers Ian Crockers prediction: Ross County 1-3 RangersKey player: Josh WindassHes proving to be a worthy addition to the Rangers ranks. Ross Co vs Rangers November 6, 2016, 11:30am Live on Get Sky Sports Get a Sky Sports pass Also See: Rangers video Rangers fixtures Sky Bet Club Get a ￡10 free bet! ' ' '
