It's too bad that the Big 12 came out and blamed the officials for Missouri's loss to Iowa State. It's all Pinkel has been able to talk about the past two weeks. I'd rather he talk about how Ryan Kock, a fat fullback with 153 yards rushing the entire season, ran up 179 yards on Missouri. Gary, if you want to know why Missouri lost, start there.

Here's a little more insight for the coach: Win and Mizzou fans will love you. Lose and we'll want you fired. In consideration for this unbearable job condition, you'll get an enormous paycheck. If you want a work environment where you can collect said check and have the undying devotion only a mother can give, marry a Wal-Mart heir. Otherwise, if the pressue is too much to bear, we'll find someone else willing to take the heat.