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Missouri Tigers face Kansas Jayhawks in Border War rivalry
The No. 23 Missouri Tigers are set to face the Kansas Jayhawks in the historic Border War rivalry this Friday, September 11, 2026. The game will take place at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas, with a scheduled kickoff at 7:00 p.m. CT.
Both teams enter the matchup with 1-0 records. Missouri recently defeated Arkansas-Pine Bluff 54-14, led by quarterback Austin Simmons, who threw four touchdowns. Kansas is coming off a 51-6 victory over Long Island University. However, the Jayhawks face injury concerns, with linebacker Daveon Crouch listed as doubtful and wide receiver Cam Pickett a game-time decision.
The rivalry is noted for its deep historical roots tied to Civil War-era tensions. Missouri holds a slight edge in the all-time series, though official records vary due to historical disputes. The game will be broadcast nationally on FOX.
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Austin Simmons · David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium · Isaiah Marshall · Kansas Jayhawks · Lance Leipold · Missouri Tigers
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Missouri is ranked number 23 in the AP Top 25. www.si.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Missouri defeated Arkansas-Pine Bluff with a score of 54-14 in their first game. www.si.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Austin Simmons has a pass completion rate of 89.5 percent. sportschatplace.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Missouri won the previous matchup between the two teams in Columbia. www.si.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Isaiah Marshall is the quarterback for the Kansas Jayhawks. www.si.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Kansas defeated Long Island University with a score of 52-6 in their first game. www.si.com