As Missouri prepare for its matchup against Texas A&M on Saturday, they received notice of the game time for a non-conference contest against Massachusetts, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 12.
It was announced that the game will air on ESPN2 at 11 a.m. CT, giving Mizzou yet another nationally televised contest.
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UMass is off to a slow start with a 1-4 record through its first five games.
In Week 3, the Minutemen faced Buffalo on the road, losing 34-3. Buffalo is a common opponent between Mizzou and UMass; and when the Bulls traveled to Columbia, the Tigers picked up a dominant 38-0 victory.
The Minutemen are an FBS Independent, meaning they don't compete in a conference.
Mizzou is one of three SEC teams UMass is set to face in 2024. They'll travel to Mississippi State on Nov. 2, but their toughest challenge will be a road game against Georgia on Nov. 23.
The Tigers will aim to build on their early season momentum, starting 4-0 for the second consecutive year. However, before facing UMass, all eyes are on their massive matchup against Texas A&M this weekend.