Kansas will host Missouri on Friday, September 11, at 7 p.m. CT in Lawrence’s David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, setting the stage for a rivalry that opens the 2025 season for both programs.
Rivalry Context
Both teams entered the year with perfect 1‑0 records after dominant openers, Kansas beating LIU 51‑6 at home and Missouri routing Arkansas‑Pine Bluff 54‑14 on the road, a contrast that heightens the anticipation for the upcoming clash.
The rivalry’s recent history adds tension, as the two programs met in 2023 with Kansas suffering a 42‑31 loss on the road, a reminder that Missouri holds the edge in their recent meetings.
Quarterback Focus
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Isaiah Marshall has become the focal point for Kansas, as his ability to lead the offense will likely determine whether the Jayhawks can upset the projected 34‑24 victory favored by Missouri.
Broadcast Details
The showdown will be televised nationally on FOX and streamed on Fubo, giving fans multiple options to watch the high‑stakes contest.
Covering the game for The Topeka Capital-Journal, sportswriter Jordan Guskey brings local expertise to the story, highlighting the stakes for both schools.