re: How would Missouri have fared if both new teams came in in '92?

They were actually pretty good in the first half if the 80s. The long walk in the desert didn't start until 84 or 85.

Larry Smith also fielded a couple decent teams in the late 90s. But not good enough to compete for SEC East.

I'd guess they would have won it in 07, had a Puncher's chance in 10,and little to no chance other years.