- Matchup: Missouri Tigers vs Kansas Jayhawks
- Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
- Venue: David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, Lawrence, KS
- Broadcast: FOX
- Betting Odds: Jayhawks (+5.5)
- Over/Under: 49.5
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The Kansas Jayhawks (1-0) are set to face off against the Missouri Tigers (1-0) on Friday, September 11, 2026, at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Missouri starts this game as 5.5-point favorites, with a total score projection of 49.5.
The Missouri Tigers are entering this matchup with a record of 1-0 for the season. In their previous game, the Tigers claimed victory over the Arkansas Pine Bluff Golden Lions, finishing with a score of 54-14. Throughout that match, they executed 78 plays, totaling 562 yards. The Tigers averaged 4.6 yards per carry from 45 rushing attempts, accumulating 205 yards. On defense, they allowed 89 rushing yards on 29 attempts, which translates to an average of 3.1 yards per carry. Missouri’s secondary conceded 11 completions on 24 attempts for 109 yards, resulting in a completion rate of 45.8%.
When it comes to endzone visits, the Missouri Tigers are currently averaging 54.0 points per game. Their ground game ranks them 49th in the nation, averaging 205.0 yards per contest. In total, Missouri has racked up 562 yards throughout the season. The Tigers have achieved 4 passing touchdowns alongside 3 rushing touchdowns. To date, they have garnered 33 first downs and incurred 5 penalties amounting to 35 yards, while turning the ball over only once.
Defensively, the Tigers rank 62nd in college football for points allowed, with opponents scoring an average of 14.0 points per game. They are conceding just 3.1 yards per rush, allowing 89 rushing yards per game. In the passing game, Missouri has given up 109 yards, which places them 26th nationally. Their average of 109.0 passing yards allowed per game reflects a completion percentage of 45.8%. Overall this season, their defense has allowed an average of 198.0 total yards per game, ranking them 31st in Division 1, giving up 1 touchdown through the air and 1 on the ground.
The Kansas Jayhawks enter this matchup with a record of 1-0. Their last outing saw the Jayhawks dominate with a score of 51-6 against the LIU Sharks. Kansas averaged 5.4 yards per carry, finishing the game with 277 rushing yards on 51 attempts, while their offensive unit compiled a total of 613 yards on 76 plays, averaging 8.1 yards per play. The Jayhawks’ secondary allowed a 50.0% completion rate, giving up 111 yards on 10 completions out of 20 attempts while holding their opponents to just 35 rushing yards on 33 attempts.
The Kansas Jayhawks boast an impressive average of 613.0 offensive yards per game, ranking them 16th nationally. They have recorded 60 penalty yards from 6 infractions, positioning them 67th in Division 1 regarding penalties. On the ground, they average 277.0 rushing yards per game. They have yet to throw an interception this season, though they have committed 1 fumble. Additionally, the Jayhawks have achieved 29 first downs and accumulated 336 passing yards this season, ranking 26th with an average of 51.0 points per game.
Defensively, the Jayhawks allow an average of just 6.0 points per game, placing them 24th in Division 1. They have surrendered a mere 35 rushing yards with no rushing touchdowns this season. The passing defense has managed to keep opponents from scoring any touchdowns and restricts them to an average of 111.0 yards per game, ranking them 29th in the nation. Kansas’ defense has been active for 53 plays, ranking 25th overall. They also have registered 1 fumble recovery and no interceptions this season.
Who will claim victory in this Tigers vs. Jayhawks college football matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Go with the Jayhawks +5.5
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