Mizzou Eyes 2026 Season Amid Optimism and Tough Schedule
With the 2026 season 63 days away, Missouri football balances a strong recent record against a challenging schedule and key player uncertainties.
Jul 2, 2026
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Mizzou Prepares for 2026 Season Amid Optimism and Challenges
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.
Jul 2, 2026
Austin Simmons to Lead Missouri Tigers’ Attack in 2026
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.
Jun 28, 2026
Eli Drinkwitz Looks Ahead: Mizzou Tigers Gear Up for a Revitalized Season
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.
Jun 28, 2026
Cayden Green Emerges as linchpin for Missouri Tigers’ 2026 offensive line
Missouri’s offensive line hinges on Cayden Green, whose elite blocking grades and potential first‑round draft status make him indispensable for the Tigers’ attack.
Jun 25, 2026
Dynamic Threats: Lacy and Jones Test Mizzou’s Defense Ahead of SEC Showdown
Kewan Lacy’s 1,567-yard, 24‑touchdown season at Ole Miss and Kelley Jones’s All‑SEC cornerback performance set the stage for a pivotal matchup against Mizzou’s defense.
Jun 25, 2026
Missouri Tigers grapple with injury setbacks as 2025 season unfolds
Missouri's 2025 season was marred by injuries to key players, especially kicker Blake Craig, shaping a challenging path for the Tigers.
Jun 22, 2026
Missouri Tigers Count Down to 2026 Season Opener as Senior Tight End Jordon Harris Prepares for New Role
With 96 days until kickoff, the Tigers open against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff, and senior tight end Jordon Harris is poised to play a pivotal blocking role in a newly aggressive offense.
May 30, 2026
Missouri Football’s 2026 Season: Questions Loom as Opening Game Approaches
With 100 days until the season opener against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff, Missouri confronts uncertainty at key positions while seeking to preserve its competitive edge.
May 27, 2026
Missouri Tigers Count Down to 2026 Season Opener Amid Key Questions
With 100 days until the Tigers' first game against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff, uncertainty surrounds star running back Ahmad Hardy's return, the emergence of left‑handed quarterback Austin Simmons, and the health of right‑tackle Josh Atkins, while new coaching hires and a flood of portal transfers reshape the squad.
May 26, 2026
SEC Quarterback Outlook for 2026: SI’s Early Projections
Sports Illustrated’s preliminary look at the 2026 SEC quarterback race highlights emerging talents, veteran takeovers and the impact of coaching shifts across the league.
May 26, 2026