Missouri State opens Conference USA play against Western Kentucky on October 8
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Missouri State is set to begin its Conference USA schedule against Western Kentucky on October 8. The Bears aim for bowl eligibility and conference title contention this season. First-year head coach Casey Woods acknowledges the league's competitive balance, noting that six of their league games last year were close. Western Kentucky holds a strong home record, recently winning seven of their last nine home conference games, indicating a challenging match for Missouri State.
- •Missouri State opens CUSA play at Western Kentucky on October 8.
- •Last season, six Bears' league games were decided by one possession.
- •Western Kentucky holds a 1-4 record entering the matchup.
- •Casey Woods emphasizes the league's parity and opportunities.
- •The Bears will face Kennesaw State and Delaware soon after the opener.
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — In wide-open Conference USA, opportunities await for Missouri State football
"Conference USA has always been about competitive balance. When Missouri State opens league play this week, the Bears will have chances to fulfill season-long goals.
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