Beau Pribula’s time at Missouri is officially a one-and-done. After starting 10 games for the Tigers in 2025, the quarterback is heading to the transfer portal, becoming the eighth player from this year’s roster to do so.
Pribula’s season was a mixed bag of flashes and frustrations. He threw for 1,941 yards with 11 touchdowns and nine interceptions - numbers that suggest a quarterback still figuring things out.
But he also added 297 rushing yards and six scores on the ground, showing off the kind of dual-threat ability that made him a valuable piece in Missouri’s offense this season. Still, with his departure, Missouri’s quarterback room takes a hit in experience, but not necessarily in promise.
The Tigers, for their part, haven’t wasted time scrubbing names from the online roster once players announce their intent to transfer. It’s a quick pivot, and in this case, it provides a clear picture of what’s left - especially with the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl against No.
19 Virginia looming on Dec. 27.
So, who’s next up under center for Missouri? That answer came swiftly and directly from head coach Eli Drinkwitz: Matt Zollers.
Drinkwitz didn’t leave any room for doubt, taking to social media to make it official. “We are excited for Matt to be our QB of the Gator Bowl!
He’s READY!! LFG!!”
he tweeted, signaling full confidence in the freshman.
Zollers steps into the spotlight with a big opportunity ahead. The Gator Bowl isn’t just a postseason showcase - it’s a chance to stake an early claim to the starting job for 2026 and beyond.
With Pribula moving on, Zollers won’t just be auditioning for one game. He’s potentially stepping into the future of Missouri football.
Missouri fans will get their first extended look at Zollers in a high-stakes setting, against a ranked Virginia team with a strong defense. It’s not an easy assignment, but it’s the kind of moment that can define an offseason and set the tone for what’s next.
The Tigers may be losing a quarterback to the portal, but they’re not losing momentum. Not if Zollers is truly ready for the moment.