For a Southeastern Conference team, Mizzou has a pretty manageable schedule. The Tigers will be led by center Evan Boehm, quarterback Maty Mauk and linebacker Kentrell Brothers. With a little luck, this core of players could be enough to earn Mizzou a spot in a third straight SEC title game. Here’s how they’ll fare during the season.

**Sept. 5 vs. SEMO — Win (1-0)**
Though the Redhawks will be able to keep the game within one possession for the first five minutes, Missouri will pull away and win in a blowout. Good thing the Tigers don’t pad their schedule, right?

**Sept. 12 at Arkansas State — Win (2-0)**
The Tigers again should have an easy time winning. If they don’t win by double digits, fans should be very, very concerned. Last season, Arkansas State lost by a combined 36 points to Miami and Tennessee, the only two Power Five conference opponents they played.

**Sept. 19 vs. Connecticut — Win (3-0)**
Connecticut shouldn’t be a threat to Mizzou. The Huskies were 2-10 last season and did not have a hard schedule. In fact, they were the only team that Southern Methodist University beat last year. Again, if the Tigers do not win in a blowout they are in serious trouble. Missouri should have no trouble starting the season 3-0.

**Sept. 26 at Kentucky — Win (4-0)**
Kentucky started strong last season before fading at the end of the year. This could potentially be a tough game for the Tigers, but they should be able to win. The game will be close through three quarters before Mizzou pulls away in the fourth to win by a comfortable margin.

**Oct. 3 vs. South Carolina — Win (5-0)**
South Carolina is coming off of a six loss season and did not break into the AP Top 25. The Gamecocks have a mediocre defense and an inexperienced quarterback. Especially with their home crowd behind them, the Tigers should pull out the win. That said, you can never underestimate a team led by coach Steve Spurrier.

**Oct. 10 vs. Florida — Win (6-0)**
On Mizzou’s homecoming weekend, the Tigers will make sure not to disappoint with a statement win against the Gators. The Gators offense will have no match for the power of Mizzou’s defense, which will force multiple turnovers.

**Oct. 17 at Georgia — Loss (6-1)**
Unfortunately, Mizzou’s luck will end in this game. The Tigers will have to play in front of opposing fans against a top-10 team in the country. Unlike last season, I don’t think Missouri will embarrass themselves, but the Tigers will leave Athens with their first loss.

**Oct. 24 at Vanderbilt — Win (7-1)**
Following a humbling loss to Georgia, Mizzou will get right back on track. Vanderbilt did not win a single game in the SEC Conference last year, so the Tigers should roll over the Commodores. My guess is Mizzou wins by more than 20 points and the second-stringers will get game experience.

**Nov. 5 vs. Mississippi State — Win (8-1)**
This Thursday night game could potentially be a tough game for the Tigers. Mississippi State has a strong offense, led by quarterback Dak Prescott. However, I think that Mizzou will hold off the Mississippi State attack and dominate on the offensive side of the ball. The Mississippi State defensive line will get no pressure on Mizzou’s quarterback, allowing for many big offensive plays.

**Nov. 14 vs. BYU (Arrowhead Stadium) — Win (9-1)**
BYU will be Mizzou’s first quality non-conference test. Though it is a neutral site game, the Tigers will pretty much have home field advantage at the home of the Chiefs in Kansas City. Mizzou should have high passing numbers against a weak BYU secondary, leading to a win against a quality opponent.

**Nov. 21 vs. Tennessee — Win (10-1)**
This game will be another tough test for Mizzou. Tennessee snuck into the top 25 in the AP preseason poll. The Volunteers, however, are a very young team. Missouri will capitalize on their immaturities. The Tigers will score plenty of points in this game and force turnovers on the defensive side of the ball.

**Nov. 27 at Arkansas — Loss (10-2)**
The Razorbacks are an all around good team. The Tigers will have to play some of their best football of the year to win this game. Unfortunately for Mizzou, I don’t think they will. This game will not be very close. The Arkansas offense will set the tone early and never look back. Arkansas will win by around 14 points.