
Missouri Tigers’ Rushing Revival: Hardy, Roberts and the Road Ahead
After a record‑breaking 2025, Missouri’s ground game faces both promise and doubt as key players return and a pivotal coach shapes the next chapter.
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After a record‑breaking 2025, Missouri’s ground game faces both promise and doubt as key players return and a pivotal coach shapes the next chapter.
The recent NCAA decision to scrap redshirting and grant athletes five years of eligibility is reshaping roster planning, and Missouri's 2026 class offers several early-enrollment candidates poised to contribute right away.

Missouri’s quarterback situation is poised for stability in 2026 after a chaotic 2025, with transfer Austin Simmons named starter and a revamped coaching staff aiming to elevate the passing game.
The SEC's annual media days highlight a collective confidence that the league will produce multiple playoff contenders, driven by shifting standards and emerging storylines.
Coach Eli Drinkwitz lauds the Missouri Tigers' offensive line for its size, experience and the competition brewing at right tackle as the 2026 season approaches.
The Tigers’ front seven returns three starters, features a fierce right‑tackle battle, and will be tasked with protecting quarterback Austin Simmons while Ahmad Hardy works his way back from injury.

Florida’s newly appointed head coach Jon Sumrall lauded Arkansas cornerback Jaheim Johnson during SEC Media Days, highlighting the player’s work ethic, character, and the broader dynamics shaping the conference.

Eli Drinkwitz’s road record and Missouri’s tendency to falter in big games set the stage for an Arkansas home‑field advantage in 2026.

Missouri’s two‑year portal strategy has turned breakout seasons into a reliable pipeline, positioning key players for the upcoming campaign.

The Razorbacks' 2026 slate is divided into tiers of importance, highlighting games against Georgia, Texas, Missouri and others that will shape the program's trajectory.

Ranked No. 19 nationally and No. 9 in the SEC, the Tigers face a challenging schedule but remain a contender for a preseason top‑25 spot.

Missouri’s defense is set to benefit from the rising contributions of Daeden Hopkins and JaDon Blair, two young players expected to expand their impact on the field.
With the 2026 season 63 days away, Missouri football balances a strong recent record against a challenging schedule and key player uncertainties.
With 63 days until kickoff, Missouri football is poised for a pivotal 2026 campaign. Coach Eli Drinkwitz celebrates 29 wins over the past three seasons, a contract extension, and a preseason top‑25 consideration, yet the team faces a demanding slate and critical player uncertainties.

After a record‑breaking 2025 season, Missouri’s lead rusher confronts a gunshot wound but is on track to return stronger for the upcoming campaign.

The 2025 campaign for Ole Miss was anything but ordinary. A late‑season surge propelled the Rebels into the Playoff conversation, but the run was marked by a carousel of storylines that kept fans on edge.

Projected as the starting right tackle for the Missouri Tigers in 2026-27, Josh Atkins must protect the blindside of left‑handed quarterback Austin Simmons. His health, experience and adaptability will be pivotal, while potential replacements loom.

EA Sports has unveiled the official player ratings for College Football 27, revealing a SEC‑heavy top tier led by two Missouri Tigers at 96 overall. The game launches worldwide on July 9, with staggered early access for MVP+ members and Deluxe buyers.

Austin Simmons, a former Ole Miss quarterback, is slated to start for the Missouri Tigers in 2026, bringing a mix of experience and high‑school pedigree to a program seeking offensive revival.

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.

The latest 2027 commitment adds depth to the Tigers’ backfield and underscores the program’s recent surge as the SEC’s leading rusher.
Georgia enters the November 2026 clash with a revamped roster, key additions and a defense still anchored by Kirby Smart. Missouri, still chasing its first victory over the Bulldogs since 2013, must navigate a tough schedule before the matchup.

A look at the growing push for a larger College Football Playoff, the differing conference stances, and why the author remains skeptical of further expansion.

Redshirt junior Jamal Roberts is preparing to take on a larger role for the Missouri Tigers in the upcoming 2026 season, aiming to build on a 2025 campaign that saw him eclipse 750 rushing yards and earn praise for his dynamic play.