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Clash at Memorial Stadium: Missouri Tigers Face Southeast Missouri State Redhawks in College Football Showdown

As the Missouri Tigers prepare to host the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks at Memorial Stadium/Faurot Field, fans are anticipating an exciting college football matchup. The Tigers, coming off a high-scoring victory with 59 points against the Redhawks, look to continue their offensive prowess on their home turf.


Oct 14, 2023; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Missouri Tigers running back Cody Schrader (7) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

The previous game saw the Tigers dominate early on, putting up 21 points in the first quarter and maintaining a strong lead throughout. Their offense was particularly effective in the air, with a passing completion rate of around 65 percent and four touchdowns contributing to their total score. On defense, they managed two sacks and five tackles for loss against Kentucky Wildcats but ultimately fell short with a seven-point deficit.


In another recent game against Central Michigan Chippewas at home, the Tigers showcased their defensive strength with nine sacks and ten tackles for loss while securing a ten-point win. Their offense was balanced between passing and rushing attacks, accumulating over 450 total yards.


Despite these performances showing both strengths and areas for improvement, one thing is clear: when playing at Memorial Stadium/Faurot Field, the Tigers have shown they can put up significant numbers on both sides of the ball.


Fans can expect an energetic atmosphere as they fill into Memorial Stadium/Faurot Field's stands. The venue has been known to provide an advantage for the home team with its passionate crowd support potentially influencing game momentum.


The upcoming game is scheduled for September 18th at 4 PM local time (UTC). Fans unable to attend can catch all of the action live on SEC Network+.

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