Gabbert Transferring from MIZZOU
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – The expected battle to replace NFL draft choice Blaine Gabbert as Missouri’s starting quarterback is over. His younger brother, Tyler, has decided to transfer.
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Missouri coach Gary Pinkel announced Monday that redshirt freshman Tyler Gabbert is leaving the school. He was challenging sophomore James Franklin to succeed Blaine Gabbert.
Both players entered spring practice with an equal shot at the starting job. Franklin was elevated to the top of the depth chart entering the fall after a stronger performance in the spring game.
He completed 13 of 21 passes for 116 yards and two touchdowns, while Gabbert finished 8 of 22 for just 48 yards and the game’s only interception.
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