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Mizzou's 2026 Schedule: Playoff Dreams or Nightmare?
7 Feb
Summary
- Tigers face four CFP teams in 2026, demanding near perfection.
- Home games in three of last four weeks offer potential advantage.
- Best-case scenario sees Mizzou finishing 10-2 with CFP aspirations.
Missouri's 2026 football schedule is a significant test, balancing manageable non-conference games with a demanding SEC slate. The Tigers will face four teams that qualified for last year's College Football Playoff, necessitating an almost flawless performance throughout the season. Key non-conference matchups include Arkansas-Pine Bluff and Troy, with Kansas presenting a tougher challenge early on.
The schedule features four of the first five games against teams that did not make bowl appearances or finished with losing records. However, the latter half of the season intensifies with matchups against Texas, Georgia, and Texas A&M. Crucially, Missouri will miss traditional powerhouses like Alabama, LSU, and Tennessee, potentially easing some burdens.
Missouri's season hinges on several critical matchups. The SEC opener against Mississippi State on September 26 is vital. The home game against Texas A&M on October 10, and the highly anticipated game against Texas on November 7, will be pivotal in shaping the Tigers' season trajectory. The best-case scenario projects a 10-2 record and a College Football Playoff berth.
