Missouri Dominates Illinois in Arch Rivalry Game

Posted by Ron Clements on September-5-2009 Add Comments

ST. LOUIS – Blaine Gabbert looked like a seasoned veteran as he returned to his hometown for his college debut.

Missouri's sophomore quarterback made his first collegiate start Saturday afternoon in front of 64,215 at the Edward Jones Dome against Illinois in the annual Arch Rivalry game.

And, boy, did he have a memorable homecoming.

Gabbert was 25 of 33 for 319 yards and three scores as Missouri dominated on both sides of the ball in a 37-9 victory.

"I had a few jitters going out for my first play," Gabbert admitted. "But once the first hit happens, and it's out of the way, I was fine."

Gabbert even went under center a couple of times, picked up a few first downs with his legs, and finished ...

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