College football returns to Columbia, Mo., on Saturday morning as the No. 19 Missouri Tigers open their SEC schedule against the No. 10 Texas Longhorns. The game kicks off at 11 a.m. on Nov. 7 and will be televised on ESPN, offering local fans a chance to watch two nationally ranked programs clash on home turf.
Team statistics and match‑up overview
Texas comes into the contest with a 6‑2 record but ranks near the bottom of the FBS in several offensive categories. The Longhorns average 358.4 total yards per game (91st nationally), with a passing attack that sits at 224.1 yards per game (74th) and a rushing game that ranks 102nd at 134.3 yards per game. Their scoring average of 30.8 points per game places them 53rd.
Defensively, Texas shines. The unit allows just 273.1 yards per game (9th nationally), limiting opponents to 170.8 passing yards (12th) and 102.4 rushing yards (24th). The defense also restricts scoring to 17.1 points per game, a rank of 19th. Their turnover margin sits at –3, the 98th‑best in the FBS.
Missouri also sports a 6‑2 record but leans heavily on its offense. The Tigers generate 425.3 total yards per game (38th), with a passing game that produces 257.1 yards per game (33rd) and a rushing attack that yields 168.1 yards per game (51st). They average 31.5 points per game, ranking 51st.
On the defensive side, Missouri allows 325.3 yards per game (37th), but its passing defense is a weakness, giving up 226.9 yards per game (92nd). The rush defense is solid at 98.4 yards per game (16th). Missouri’s turnover margin is a strong +8, the 8th‑best in the nation, and its red‑zone offense scores on 75.8% of trips (123rd overall). Texas’ red‑zone defense is ranked 16th, also allowing opponents to score on 75% of trips.
Key players to watch
For Texas, quarterback Arch Manning leads the passing attack with 1,730 yards, 15 touchdowns and seven interceptions, completing 65.0% of his throws. Running back Raleek Brown contributes 452 rushing yards on 92 carries and five touchdowns. Wide receiver Ryan Wingo has 470 receiving yards on 36 catches with four scores.
Missouri’s offense is anchored by quarterback Austin Simmons, who has thrown for 1,952 yards, 16 touchdowns and only two interceptions, completing 63.3% of his passes. Running back Jamal Roberts leads the ground game with 1,005 yards on 190 carries and nine touchdowns. Receiver Cayden Lee adds 747 yards on 52 catches and five touchdowns.
Recent form
Texas entered the matchup after a dominant 31‑3 victory over Mississippi State on Oct. 31, where Manning posted 220 passing yards, three touchdowns and no picks. Brown added 30 rushing yards and a touchdown, while Emmett Mosley V contributed 98 receiving yards and a score.
Missouri’s most recent win came against Arkansas, 34‑10, on Oct. 31. Simmons delivered 179 passing yards and two touchdowns without an interception. Roberts rushed for 138 yards and a touchdown, also catching three passes for 20 yards. Lee recorded 78 receiving yards on six catches.
What’s next?
Both programs have challenging weeks ahead. Texas travels to face No. 15 LSU on Nov. 14, while Missouri heads to a showdown with No. 2 Georgia on the same day. The outcome in Columbia could set the tone for each team’s push toward conference championships and potential bowl invitations.
Local fans are encouraged to tune in early, enjoy the pre‑game festivities on campus, and support their Tigers as they aim to defend their home field against a top‑ten opponent.
Original reporting: KY3 Springfield (local) — read the source article.
