Missouri State football enhances operations with AI expert Thad Wells
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:05 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Missouri State football coach Casey Woods is incorporating artificial intelligence into the Bears' program with the help of Thad Wells. The partnership focuses on using AI tools, like Wells' Rooski, to streamline administrative tasks and improve efficiency for coaches. Although AI has yet to create plays, it aids in time management and reduces workload. Woods, who is beginning his head coaching role, emphasizes the necessity of balancing traditional football values with innovative technology. This development follows widespread discussion of AI's role in college football at recent media events.
- •Casey Woods enters his first season as head coach at Missouri State.
- •Thad Wells developed Rooski, an AI tool for football coaches.
- •AI currently assists with administrative tasks, not play development.
- •Discussion of AI's role in football has increased among coaches.
- •Wells has a background in high school coaching and has worked with notable coaches.
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Meet Thad Wells, Missouri State coach Casey Woods' artifical intelligence guru
"Missouri State football is using AI in its program. Casey Woods has called on longtime friend Thad Wells for help in this endeavor.
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