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After a season plagued by injuries and inconsistency, Missouri's special teams are set to rebound. Key returnees and a veteran coaching staff bring fresh energy and proven expertise to the field.
Missouri’s fall camp begins with outdoor drills, situational play and standout performances from quarterback Austin Simmons and special teams specialist Blake Craig.
Fall camp has clarified the Tigers’ two‑deep defensive chart, highlighted a left‑tackle showdown and the return of reliable kicker Blake Craig as the team prepares for its season opener.
With a strong two‑deep defense and a fluid offensive line, the Tigers are shaping their 2026 roster as they prepare to open against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff in Columbia.
Missouri’s 2026 football squad, reshaped by extensive roster turnover, aims to break past its recent playoff drought despite a low floor of unproven talent.
Mizzou’s special teams unit struggled in 2024, but a new coaching staff, a returning kicker and a highly ranked punter bring fresh hope for a bounce‑back season.
Missouri's football program begins fall camp on August 3, 2025, with a projected depth chart that features a new starting quarterback, injury‑related uncertainties at running back, and several key competitions on the offensive line and secondary.
From speedy wide receivers to a punter lauded as the nation’s second-best, Missouri’s 2026 class brings a mix of proven talent and untapped potential that could finally close the gap with SEC powerhouses.
Missouri’s football program is pinning its hopes for a turnaround in 2026 on a revamped special‑teams unit, a group that finished the previous season at the bottom of the SEC and ranked 116th nationally in ESPN’s SP+ metric.
With the 2026 college football season just 50 days away, the Missouri Tigers are gearing up for a campaign that could redefine their offensive identity and defensive dominance. Here’s a look at the key players set to shape the team’s fortunes.
With the 2026 campaign just 50 days away, Missouri’s coaching staff is shaping a deep and competitive squad. From quarterback intrigue to defensive playmakers and injury concerns, the Tigers are poised for a pivotal season.
Fourteen Mizzou players are on the East‑West Bowl watch list, kicker Blake Craig is a Good Works Team Nominee, Dr. Bryan Maggard joins as Deputy Athletics Director, and Austin Popplewell heads to Oklahoma. The roster moves, recruiting highlights and media coverage illustrate a busy offseason for the Tigers.
From the stands of Qatar to the practice fields of Columbia, Coach Eli Drinkwitz shares his vision for a Missouri Tigers team reshaped by new talent, fresh schemes, and a renovated home venue.
Missouri's 2025 season was marred by injuries to key players, especially kicker Blake Craig, shaping a challenging path for the Tigers.