Missouri football to recognize 1960 national champions during September game

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Missouri football to recognize 1960 national champions during September game
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Missouri football will honor its 1960 team as national champions during a ceremony at halftime of the game against Troy on September 19, 2026. This recognition comes 66 years after the team's undefeated season, which included a victory in the Orange Bowl. Although Missouri went 11-0, they were not initially recognized as champions due to the Associated Press and coaches polls selecting Minnesota instead, despite Kansas's forfeited victory over Mizzou. A resolution passed by the U.S. Senate in August 2026 acknowledged the team's accomplishments, paving the way for this official recognition by the university.

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  • Missouri football will honor the 1960 team on September 19, 2026.
  • The team went 11-0 and won the Orange Bowl.
  • Kansas forfeited their win over Missouri due to an ineligible player.
  • Initial national champions were selected differently, naming Minnesota as the winner.
  • A U.S. Senate resolution recognized Mizzou's claim to the national title.
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Missouri football will recognize its undefeated, Orange Bowl-winning 1960 team as national champions this year.

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