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With the college football season looming, the Heisman Trophy race is already taking shape. Fernando Mendoza’s move to the NFL, emerging 2026 candidates, and the historical backdrop of the award set the stage for a compelling narrative.
The Tigers' 2026 schedule is split into three distinct categories, each shaping the narrative of a team poised to rebuild around a new quarterback and an uncertain running back situation.
The 2026 slate pits the Tigers against a mix of must‑win matchups, elite opponents and swing games, with new quarterback Austin Simmons and uncertain status for running back Ahmad Hardy shaping early expectations.
As the 2026 season reaches its midpoint, the Missouri Tigers will host Texas A&M in a game that could rewrite a ten‑year narrative of disappointment. The Aggies, bolstered by a high‑profile transfer class and the aggressive schemes of head coach Mike Elko, enter as 6.5‑point favorites, while Missouri hopes a home‑field advantage can spark an upset.
A rundown of the most compelling storylines emerging from the SEC’s spring sessions, from heated quarterback races to promising breakout players.
After a shocking shooting at a Mississippi concert, Ahmad Hardy is back in Columbia, beginning rehab and expressing gratitude, while the Tigers weigh his potential return and plan for the future.
After being shot in Mississippi, Ahmad Hardy returns to Columbia, thanks fans, and faces a uncertain timeline for his return, while the Tigers prepare for possible replacements and new additions.
The university announced contract extensions for several football assistants, including notable raises for Brian Early and Curtis Luper, as part of a broader $1.96 million investment in new hires.
The University of Missouri has approved new contracts for six assistant coaches, earmarking an extra $485,000 annually for their combined salaries. The move follows a $4 million staff salary pool increase for head coach Eli Drinkwitz, positioning the Tigers among the SEC’s top payers.
The Southeastern Conference enters 2026 with a wave of new leadership, key player returns, and strategic shifts that could reshape the college football landscape.
Mizzou baseball clinches its first SEC Tournament win since 2017, driven by freshman Blaize Ward’s decisive hit and a new challenge system, while coach Kerrick Jackson’s future hangs in the balance.
From Missouri’s injury‑prone star Ahmad Hardy to Florida’s rising talent Jadan Baugh, analyst Greg McElroy’s latest top‑10 list spotlights the running backs poised to make the biggest impact in 2026.
ESPN analyst Greg McElroy has placed Ahmad Hardy at the summit of his 2026 running back rankings, but the player's future remains clouded by a recent shooting incident.
A recent On3 ranking placed Oregon quarterback Dante Moore and Texas quarterback Arch Manning lower than anticipated, sparking debate about the criteria used for evaluating college talent.
Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy, who set a single‑season rushing record in 2025, is recuperating after being shot at a Laurel concert. Authorities have arrested Rashodrick Harris, who now faces aggravated assault charges.
From Josh Hoover’s record‑breaking passing yards to Ahmad Hardy’s recovery from a gunshot wound, the 2026 season promises dramatic storylines for the nation’s most prolific college football athletes.
A 20‑year‑old man has been arrested in Kentucky after a shooting that left former Missouri football star Ahmad Hardy injured at a Mississippi concert.
A gunshot wound in Mississippi has sidelined Ahmad Hardy, prompting Missouri to adjust its backfield plans for the upcoming season.
Missouri’s running back Ahmad Hardy faces an uncertain 2026 outlook after a shooting, prompting coach Elijah Drinkwitz to weigh options and rely on backup Jamal Roberts and new transfers.
A weekend shooting at a Mississippi nightclub left Missouri Tigers star Ahmad Hardy and another individual wounded; investigators are appealing for public information.
With former Rebels now wearing Tiger stripes and a potent running back duo looming, Ole Miss knows the upcoming matchup will test a defense that struggled last season.
Star running back Ahmad Hardy, injured in a May shooting, is now discharged and beginning rehabilitation. His return for the 2026 season remains uncertain, but the program is planning for contingencies.
Missouri football player Ahmad Hardy was shot at a concert in Mississippi, is now stable after surgery, and the university has expressed steadfast support while his return timeline remains uncertain.
Ahmad Hardy, a University of Missouri football player, was shot in Laurel, Mississippi, early Saturday. He underwent surgery and is stable, while the community rallies around him.