The Student Newspaper of Mizzou since 1955

The Maneater
The Student Newspaper of Mizzou since 1955

The Maneater
The Student Newspaper of Mizzou since 1955

The Maneater
Missouri wide receiver Marquis Johnson smiles and holds up the Mayors Cup and a sign saying “Beau 4-0 Heisman” after winning against South Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 20, at Faurot Field in Columbia, Mo. Memorial Stadium had 57,531 fans in attendance.

Rushing attack rolls as Tigers defeat Gamecocks 29-20

Tanner Coerr, Sports Reporter • September 22, 2025

No. 23 Missouri football hosted South Carolina with the goal of retaking the Mayor’s Cup after losing to the Gamecocks 30-34 at Williams-Brice Stadium in 2024. South Carolina entered the game looking...

Missouri Running Back Ahmad Hardy breaks a tackle as he scores a touchdown against the Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025 at Faurot Field in Columbia, Mo. Hardy finished the afternoon with 112 rushing yards on 25 carries.

Four takeaways from Missouri’s Border War victory

Colin Simmons, Sports Editor • September 8, 2025

The 42-31 Border War win for Missouri moved the Tigers to 2-0 on the season and provided learning moments throughout. The run defense stood strong, the possession battle was won convincingly but penalty...

Three Missouri students sing along to “Mr. Brightside” by the Killers on Thursday, August 28, 2025 at Faurot Field in Columbia, Mo. The song dates back to being played on campus and at sporting events as early as 2007.

Kansas returns to Columbia to face Missouri Football in renewed rivalry

Colin Simmons, Sports Editor • September 3, 2025

With a week one blowout win under its belt, Missouri Tigers football prepares for its most anticipated matchup in recent history –– The Border War. The Kansas Jayhawks will return to Faurot Field for...

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Laying the Foundation: How Chris McClellan’s transfer to Missouri has helped change the football culture

Tanner Coerr • December 15, 2024

After transferring to Missouri, defensive tackle Chris McClellan has found success as a vocal leader on the defense When Florida defensive tackle Chris McClellan entered his name into the...

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Faurot Field: Honoring tradition while embracing the future

Ava Mohror, Copy Chief • October 19, 2024

Almost a century later, with the promise of new renovations, the traditions of Faurot Field remain intact. As University of Missouri students gather at Faurot Field, the crowd roars, black...

An offensive lineman preparing to snap the ball.

Missouri football surges to 51-0 victory in season opener

Tanner Coerr • September 1, 2024

Lockdown defensive performance propels Missouri over Murray State Missouri football shut out the Murray State Racers 51-0 in the team’s season opener. The Tigers’ strong defense and stud-filled...