Missouri Schedule Analysis
Toughest game: Oklahoma. No one expects Missouri to win this game, and considering what is it at stake, it's totally expected. It's at Oklahoma, where they have lost 2 games in 12 years. Oklahoma needs to go undefeated to ensure they get a shot at the BCS title game, and they have last year's loss to the Tigers to avenge. It will be a long day for the Tigers if they plan to win this one, and odds are they cannot. If they do they will be early season favorites for the Big XII.
Trap game: at Kansas State. Missouri has owned KSU the past few years, and while it looks like a mismatch the Wildcats will be ready to avenge their recent short comings. If Missouri is undefeated going into this game look out for an upset. Otherwise the Tigers should roll.
Snoozer: None. They are no give-me games this year, although Miami OH is the top candidate for that honor, they did go 10-4 in the MAC last year.
Non-con challenge: Hawaii. Hawaii is a tough team, and look to continue their high octane offense in 2011. It will be a long day, and the Tigers will have to be scoring to win this one or Johnny Rock's defense will have to step up.
Gut check game: at Texas A&M. Texas A&M is also looking to avenge last year's loss to Missouri, where they were embarrassed by the Tigers. The Aggies look to have the advantage, but the #23 Tigers should be able to keep it close until the 3rd. It should be one of the best games of the year at College Station.