Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Missouri Tigers Prediction

The Missouri Tigers will beat the Mississippi State Bulldogs. The Missouri Tigers will cover the spread, and the total will go over.

When analyzing the offensive stats, Missouri stands out with an impressive average of 31.7 points per game, compared to Mississippi State’s 29.5. This 2.2-point advantage provides a crucial margin, especially considering Missouri’s efficiency; they complete nearly 67% of their passes and gain 223 yards through the air. In contrast, while Mississippi State throws for slightly more yardage per game, their completion percentage is lower at around 64%. Additionally, Missouri’s running game is significantly stronger, averaging nearly 238 yards per game on about 46 attempts, which translates to a productive ground game that can wear down opposing defenses.

Defensively, though we focus on the offensive capabilities, it’s worth noting that Missouri’s ability to sustain drives through their balanced offense will keep Mississippi State on the sidelines more often. This dynamic plays into Missouri’s advantage, as a strong offensive showing is likely to push the game total over. Given Missouri’s scoring prowess and effective ball control, I anticipate an outcome where the Tigers not only secure the win but also exceed the expected point total, making this matchup one to watch for fans of high-scoring affairs.