Missouri State Bears

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Missouri State Bears is 7-5 on the season, 8-3-1 against the spread, and holds a power rating of -10.7. Missouri State Bears is covering the spread at 73% this season (8-3-1), well above the FBS average of 50%; they have also qualified for the postseason this season.

Conference: Conference USA
Stadium: Plaster Sports Complex, Springfield, MO
Power Rating: -10.7
Record: 7-5
ATS: 8-3-1
O/U: 4-6-2

2025 Schedule & Results

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Result / Date
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UT Martin
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2025 Season Travel Profile

7,316 miles — ranked 52th heaviest in FBS (234 teams)
Week Opponent Distance Cumulative
Week 0Home (0 mi)0 mi
Week 1USC1,421 mi1,421 mi
Week 2Marshall600 mi2,021 mi
Week 3SMUHome (0 mi)2,021 mi
Week 4UT MartinHome (0 mi)2,021 mi
Week 5Western KentuckyHome (0 mi)2,021 mi
Week 6Bye
Week 7Middle Tennessee396 mi2,416 mi
Week 8Bye
Week 9New Mexico State837 mi3,253 mi
Week 10Florida InternationalHome (0 mi)3,253 mi
Week 11Liberty777 mi4,029 mi
Week 12UTEPHome (0 mi)4,029 mi
Week 13Kennesaw State537 mi4,566 mi
Week 14Louisiana TechHome (0 mi)4,566 mi

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Explosive Offense but Defensive Struggles

Missouri State's offense showed big-play ability, with Jacob Clark throwing a 75-yard touchdown pass and Ramone Green Jr. adding a 12-yard run, but the defense allowed 42 points and 304 rushing yards, including a 93-yard kickoff return touchdown.

Fourth Quarter Collapse

The Bears were outscored 14-10 in the fourth quarter after being within 28-23, but a 93-yard kickoff return and a late interception sealed the loss, highlighting issues with special teams and late-game execution.

Season Ends with Transition to FBS

Missouri State finishes 7-5 and ends its season due to the transition to FBS, meaning no bowl game. This game was the final contest of the season, providing a mixed bag of offensive highlights and defensive vulnerabilities.

Jacob Clark's Mixed Performance

Clark threw for 294 yards and two touchdowns, including a 75-yard strike, but also threw a crucial interception on the final drive, underscoring inconsistency in high-pressure moments.

Rushing Defense Exposed

The Bears allowed 304 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns, including a 98-yard run, indicating a significant weakness against the run that will need addressing in the FBS transition.

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Schedule & Results

Missouri State Bears — 7-5 overall, 8-3-1 ATS, power rating -10.7.