COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) Even in defeat, Gary Pinkel made a triumphant exit. Pinkel was carried off the field by senior offensive linemen Evan Boehm and Connor McGovern to the sound of cheers after coaching his final home game in a 19-8 loss to Tennessee Saturday night. "I didn't want it to end like this," Pinkel said drying his eyes. "I love those guys. When it's tough to win, it's my job to find a way. Bottom line, I feel like I let them down." It was an emotional night all around for Pinkel, who began the night with hugs and tears for 21 seniors. Boehm, the center, set a school record with his 51st consecutive start....
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