It’s officially Missouri State’s second season in the FBS. The Bears return to action with a stern Week 1 matchup against one of the top programs in the nation on Saturday, Sept. 4.
Missouri State faces No. 8 Texas A&M at 6 p.m. inside Kyle Field, in College Station, Texas. It’s the head coaching debut for Missouri State’s Casey Woods.
Here’s your guide to Missouri State’s first game of the 2026 season.
Missouri State vs Texas A&M football kickoff date, time
- Date: Saturday, Sept. 5
- Start time: 6 p.m. CT
- Location: Kyle Field; College Station, Texas
Missouri State will face Texas A&M at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5. This is the first matchup between the Bears and the Aggies. The first game of the season will begin at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas.
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What channel is Missouri State vs Texas A&M football on?
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Livestream:Watch ESPN
- Radio: Missouri State Radio Network on 101.3 KWTO
Missouri State football’s game against Texas A&M will be broadcasted on ESPN. The game will also be streamed on Watch ESPN. This is a big chance for the Bears to be showcased to a national audience.
Missouri State vs Texas A&M betting odds
Betting odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Thursday, Sept. 3.
- Spread: Texas A&M -41
- Over/Under: 53.5
Missouri State vs Texas A&M prediction
Texas A&M 52, Missouri State 24
The Aggies have national championship aspirations. But, Texas A&M has been susceptible to allowing points to early-season opponents. It has allowed Group of Six opponents to score 20 points or more in three of their last four games. Missouri State's uptempo offense may surprise Texas A&M early but Heisman hopeful quarterback Marcel Reed will make some big plays to give his team an easy win.
Liam Keating covers high school sports and Missouri State athletics for The Springfield News-Leader. Send stats or information to him at Lkeating@usatodayco.com
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