Missouri’s Beau Pribula Carted Off After Injury in Vanderbilt Clash
It was a tense afternoon for Missouri football fans as quarterback Beau Pribula was carted off the field during the Tigers’ high-stakes matchup against Vanderbilt at FirstBank Stadium. What was shaping up to be an intense, low-scoring battle quickly turned concerning when Pribula, the Penn State transfer who has been the driving force of Missouri’s offense this season, went down in the third quarter.
The play happened on a fourth-and-goal situation at the Vanderbilt 1-yard line. Pribula decided to keep the ball himself, trying to muscle his way into the end zone, but was stopped short by a solid Commodores defensive stand. As he went down, it was clear something wasn’t right. He stayed on the ground for several minutes while trainers rushed to his aid. After being examined on the field, an air cast was placed on his leg — a sight that immediately raised concerns among teammates and fans. He was then carted off the field, visibly frustrated but composed, and taken into the tunnel for further evaluation.
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At the time of his exit, the score was tied 3-3 with just over eleven minutes left in the third quarter. His replacement, true freshman Matt Zollers, was quickly called into action — a big moment for the young quarterback suddenly thrust into the spotlight.
For Missouri, this is the second major blow at the quarterback position this season. Earlier in the year, Sam Horn — expected to be one of the team’s top passers — suffered a season-ending fractured tibia on the first play of the season against Central Arkansas. Now, with Pribula’s status uncertain, Missouri faces another round of uncertainty under center.
Before the injury, Pribula had been putting together a strong campaign. Over seven games, he threw for more than 1,600 yards with 11 touchdowns, and his mobility had added another dimension to Missouri’s offense. He also contributed five rushing touchdowns and over 200 yards on the ground, becoming a true dual-threat weapon for the Tigers.
According to ESPN sideline reporter Kris Budden, Pribula didn’t appear to be in visible pain while being carted off but looked visibly disappointed, knowing how much this game meant. He was later seen being taken back to the locker room in a wheelchair, as medical staff continued evaluations.
It’s a tough moment for Missouri — not just because of the scoreboard, but because of what Pribula represents for the team’s season. His leadership and composure have been key to their rise into the top 15. Now, with Zollers stepping in, the Tigers will need to regroup quickly and rally around their young quarterback to keep their momentum alive as the season continues.
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