With season 100 days away, what are Mizzou football’s biggest questions?
The Missouri football team is 100 days away from its 2026 season opener against Arkansas-Pine Bluff. As the countdown begins, several key questions remain for the Tigers, particularly regarding player Ahmad Hardy's recovery from a recent shooting incident. The team has seen significant changes, including a major contract extension for head coach Eli Drinkwitz and numerous new recruits joining the program.
- ▪Missouri football's 2026 season opener is scheduled for September 3 against Arkansas-Pine Bluff.
- ▪Ahmad Hardy, a key player, was shot in May and is currently undergoing rehabilitation.
- ▪Eli Drinkwitz received a contract extension, and the team has welcomed 30 newcomers through the transfer portal.
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