Missouri prepares to face Arkansas-Pine Bluff in season opener

Missouri hosts Arkansas-Pine Bluff this Thursday in the season opener at Faurot Field. The matchup serves as a testing ground for a Missouri offense featuring a new quarterback, a new coaching staff, and several personnel changes. Coaches plan to utilize the game to evaluate depth across the roster, particularly at the offensive line and wide receiver positions. Arkansas-Pine Bluff enters the contest following significant turnover to its offensive unit from the previous season. The coaching staff intends to rotate players extensively on both sides of the ball to establish rotations for the remainder of the season. Following this game, Missouri faces a rivalry matchup that the coaching staff considers a significant test for the team's development.

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