Spring football has wrapped up, and while we're now in the quiet months before August preseason camp, there's still plenty to talk about—especially where Mizzou Football lands in the early rankings. The Tigers have cracked a few Top 25 polls, and even if these rankings don't mean much yet, they give us something to chew on during the offseason.

CBS Sports' Brandon Marcello slots Mizzou at No. 20 in his post-spring Top 25, noting that the Tigers fell short of the College Football Playoff last season due to injuries and quarterback inconsistency. But the offseason has brought significant upgrades: the addition of Ole Miss transfer Austin Simmons, Michigan offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey, and the return of star running back Ahmad Hardy—one of the nation's best. The roster and coaching staff look refreshed, and the schedule remains navigable, with coaches expressing optimism about the offense's potential.

Even bowl projections are already rolling in, with CBS pairing Mizzou against Iowa in the Music City Bowl. However, Vegas is a bit more cautious, setting the Tigers' over/under win total at 6.5 on FanDuel Sportsbook. Of course, that's why they play the games, and we've got until the September 3rd opener to see how it all shakes out.

In other Mizzou news, the softball season came to a disappointing close, with the Tigers missing the .500 mark and failing to make the NCAA Tournament for a second straight year—a first since the early 2000s. The program now faces questions about head coach Larissa Anderson's future. Meanwhile, transfer portal activity continues, with two scholarships still to fill, offering hope for roster improvements ahead.