DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026
Missouri defeated Louisiana 52–10 in a dominant performance. Missouri covered by 14.5; Game went Over by 14.5. The market closed at Missouri -27.5 and the Blue Chip model made it Missouri -30.8, an edge of 3.3 points toward Missouri.
The Ragin' Cajuns managed only 121 total yards, with quarterbacks combining for 2-of-14 passing for 4 yards, highlighting severe offensive inefficiency.
Missouri rushed for 427 yards, including 250 from Ahmad Hardy, exposing Louisiana's inability to stop the run.
Safety Maurion Eleam suffered a lower-body injury and was carted off, which could impact defensive depth and morale.
Zylan Perry's 84-yard touchdown run was the team's only explosive play, showing potential for big plays despite overall struggles.
Louisiana-Lafayette visits Eastern Michigan next Saturday, needing to address offensive and defensive issues to compete.
Missouri rushed for 427 yards on 62 carries, led by Ahmad Hardy's 250 yards and 3 TDs and Marquise Davis's 113 yards and a TD. This ground dominance will be key against South Carolina's defense.
Missouri held Louisiana-Lafayette to just 121 total yards and 4 passing yards, with aggressive man coverage. This performance suggests the defense is ready for SEC competition.
Beau Pribula completed 15 of 22 passes for 174 yards and 2 TDs, plus a rushing TD. His dual-threat ability adds a dimension that South Carolina must account for.
Missouri pulled most starters in the third quarter after building a 45-10 lead, preserving key players for next week's SEC opener against No. 11 South Carolina.
Despite the blowout win, the recap notes Missouri must eliminate mistakes heading into conference play, suggesting potential areas for improvement before facing South Carolina.
At kickoff, conditions at Memorial Stadium were Sunny, 94°F, heat index 99°F with winds of 8 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.
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94°F

| Measure | LouisianaAway | MissouriHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 601 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | Home game | Home game |
| Season total | 601 miles | 0 miles |
| Body clock | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Rest | 6 days | 7 days |