- Matchup: Texas Longhorns vs Missouri Tigers
- Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Venue: Memorial Stadium, Columbia, MO
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Odds: Tigers (+2.5)
- Total Points Over/Under: 43.5
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The Texas Longhorns (6-2) are set to visit Memorial Stadium on Saturday, November 7, 2026, where they will face off against the Missouri Tigers (6-2). Missouri enters this contest as 2.5-point underdogs, with the game total projected at 43.5.
Currently, the Texas Longhorns boast a season record of 6-2. Their most recent game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs resulted in a decisive 31-3 victory. The Longhorns executed 32 rushing attempts, amassing 60 yards for an average of 1.9 yards per carry. By the end of the game, they managed a total of 280 yards on 53 plays. On the defensive side, Texas allowed 15 completions on 25 attempts, yielding 119 passing yards and registering a completion percentage of 60.0%. In the ground game, they conceded 68 yards on 41 carries, resulting in an average of 1.7 yards allowed per rush.
This season, the Longhorns have accumulated a total of 2,873 yards. When it comes to scoring, they have achieved 15 touchdown passes and 12 rushing touchdowns, with 12 turnovers so far. Texas has recorded 157 first downs but has also incurred 53 penalties totaling 502 yards. They average 135.4 rushing yards per game, ranking 101st nationally, and they score an average of 30.8 points per contest.
In terms of passing yards, the Longhorns have surrendered 1,366 yards this season, placing them 11th in Division 1. They allow an average of 170.8 yards per game through the air, with a completion rate against them of 58.5%. Overall, they give up an average of 273.1 yards per game, ranking 10th in college football. On defense, they’ve allowed 6 passing touchdowns and 4 rushing touchdowns, giving up an average of 2.8 yards per attempt and 102.4 rushing yards per game. Throughout the season, Texas has allowed a total of 819 rushing yards over 8 games, ranking 19th in Division 1 in team defense by allowing 17.1 points per game.
The Tigers come into this matchup with a 6-2 record as well. In their last outing, they triumphed over the Arkansas Razorbacks with a score of 34-10. Missouri limited their opponents to 36 rushing attempts for 59 yards, averaging 1.6 yards per rush. In the air, the Tigers’ defense permitted a completion rate of 58.8%, allowing 229 yards on 20 of 34 passing attempts. Missouri amassed a total of 390 yards while running 66 plays for an average of 5.9 yards per play. On the ground, they averaged 6.0 yards per carry, totaling 211 yards on 35 attempts.
The Missouri Tigers currently average 424.6 yards per game, ranking 39th nationally. Their offense has committed 57 penalties for a total of 522 yards, placing them 47th in college football for penalties incurred. They average 167.5 rushing yards per game, amassing 1,340 rushing yards this season. Additionally, they have relinquished 2 interceptions and 3 fumbles, while achieving 173 first downs. In terms of scoring, the Tigers rank 51st in the nation with an average of 31.5 points per game. So far this season, they’ve also recorded 2,057 passing yards, averaging 257.1 passing yards per game, good enough for 33rd in college football.
The Tigers’ defense allows an average of 18.4 points per game, ranking them 23rd in Division 1. To date, they have yielded 786 rushing yards (98.3 yards per game) and allowed 4 rushing touchdowns. Defensively, they’ve given up 13 touchdowns through the air, averaging 226.9 passing yards per game, ranking 92nd in Division 1. Missouri’s defense has participated in 540 plays, which ranks 83rd nationally. They’ve recorded 6 fumble recoveries and 7 interceptions this season, allowing a total of 147 points so far.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s matchup between the Longhorns and Tigers against the spread?
Recommendation: Bet on the Tigers +2.5
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