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Lane Kiffin’s 51‑10 win over Clemson highlighted a strong debut, while coaches such as Eric Morris and Kyle Whittingham faced early setbacks, illustrating the wide range of outcomes among the 31 new college football head coaches.
After a flawless 8‑0 ACC run, a Holiday Bowl win and a College Football Playoff berth, SMU returns with a revamped roster, a seasoned coaching staff and a schedule designed to chase another conference crown.
Mark Watson, a veteran coach with deep Missouri ties, now oversees roster management, agent negotiations and financial planning for Missouri State football as the program navigates the new landscape of name, image and likeness regulations.
Missouri returns to the US LBM Coaches Poll at No. 25 after a year outside the rankings, buoyed by 158 points and a challenging slate of top‑10 SEC opponents.
Five Missouri State players make the Conference USA 2026 preseason watch list, highlighting their recent achievements and upcoming appearances.
With both Locklear and Belin showing promise, Woods emphasizes teamwork and the need for deep and quick throws as the roster prepares for the upcoming campaign.
Missouri State’s move to the Football Bowl Subdivision and its partnership with EA Sports College Football 25 have generated significant royalties, boosted rankings, and placed the Bears at the center of a digital sports phenomenon.
After a breakthrough 2025 season, Missouri State University has dramatically increased salaries for its new football coaching staff, led by head coach Casey Woods, as it seeks to cement its rise into the Football Bowl Subdivision.
SMU enters the game with a strong recent record, while Virginia Tech brings a new quarterback into the fold. The contest is scheduled for Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN.
The Hokies will meet the Mustangs in Dallas on November 6, 2026, in a game that pits a rising SMU program against a Virginia Tech squad eager to prove its resilience.
Missouri State University opens ticket sales for its 2026 football season, offering single-game and season passes through multiple channels, highlighting televised games, pricing, and discounts.