Missouri prepares for SEC matchup against Mississippi State this weekend

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 1:01 AM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Summary

Mississippi State is set to host Missouri in an SEC matchup on September 30, 2026. Missouri enters the game with a 3-0 record, marked by notable performances from quarterback Austin Simmons and receiver Cayden Lee. While there are signs of improvement in the offensive and defensive play, concerns remain, particularly regarding the run game without injured tailback Ahmad Hardy. As Missouri aims to maintain its momentum in the SEC, their reliance on Jamal Roberts has grown following Hardy's absence. Coaches have emphasized refining the offensive line's performance and increasing the effectiveness of their vertical passing game.

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  • •Missouri is 3-0 and ranked entering the matchup with Mississippi State.
  • •Austin Simmons and Cayden Lee are key contributors for Missouri's offense.
  • •Jamal Roberts steps up as the primary running back with Ahmad Hardy injured.
  • •Concerns linger about Missouri's offensive line and run game effectiveness.
  • •The game will take place on September 30, 2026.
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  • 1:01 AMYahoo Sports — Q&A with Missouri beat writer Eli Hoff
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Mississippi State will host Missouri in its first SEC home game of 2026. It is one of six games this week across America between two ranked teams and one of four in the SEC. To preview the matchup, the Daily Journal caught up with Eli Hoff of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch to discuss the upcoming game. What are some of your biggest thoughts and takeaways on how the season’s gone for Missouri so ...

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