Missouri suspends QB Maty Mauk for the remainder of the season

Mizzou quarterback Maty Mauk is suspended for the remainder of the season, the school announced on Sunday.

Missouri quarterback Maty Mauk has been suspended for the remainder of the season, the school announced on Sunday.

The quarterback was reinstated on Oct. 25 after missing four games while serving a suspension for “disciplinary reasons related to violation of team policies.” 

Freshman Drew Lock has played in Mauk’s absence, completing 77 of 152 passes for 763 yards and three touchdowns so far this season. 

Mauk, a junior, has posted a 17–5 record as Missouri’s starting quarterback since 2013. In 28 career games, Mauk has completed 52.7 percent of his passes, tallying 4373 yards, 42 touchdowns and 19 interceptions.

The Tigers (4–4, 1–4 SEC) play Mississippi State (6–2, 2–2 SEC) at home on Thursday night. 

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