ESPN Bet · as of July 10, 2026
Missouri defeated Central Arkansas 61–6 in a dominant performance. Missouri covered by 15.5; Game went Over by 13.5. The market closed at Missouri -39.5 and the Blue Chip model made it Missouri -49.3 - a gap of 9.8 points toward Missouri, of which 9.1 points were beyond the model's measured factors. That was an information gap - the market pricing something the model does not carry - rather than a measured edge.
Central Arkansas managed only 229 total yards and 6 points, with quarterback Luther Richesson completing 12 of 22 passes for just 70 yards. The offense failed to sustain drives or score touchdowns, indicating significant challenges against a higher-level opponent.
Landen Chambers provided a bright spot with 63 rushing yards, suggesting the ground game could be a key component moving forward. However, the overall offensive output was limited, and the team will need to build on this to compete in future games.
Missouri's offense amassed 560 yards and 61 points, including two 99-yard touchdown drives. Central Arkansas struggled to contain both the pass and run, allowing big plays and consistent scoring, which will need to be addressed before facing Arkansas-Pine Bluff.
While not specifically highlighted for Central Arkansas, the team's inability to force turnovers or create stops contributed to the lopsided score. Improving discipline and execution will be critical for the next game.
Central Arkansas faces Arkansas-Pine Bluff in their home opener next week, providing a chance to reset and compete against a more evenly matched FCS team. The Bears will need to leverage their rushing attack and tighten up defensively to secure a win.
At kickoff, conditions at Memorial Stadium were Overcast, 69°F with winds of 7 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.
Overcast
69°F
| Measure | Central ArkansasAway | MissouriHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 266 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | Bye week | Bye week |
| Season total | 266 miles | 0 miles |
| Body clock | 18:30 | 18:30 |
| Rest | Season opener | Season opener |
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