The Kennesaw State Owls (1-4) visit the Missouri State Bears (1-4) on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Robert W. Plaster Stadium, Springfield, MO. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET, and the game airs on CBS Sports Network (CBSSN). DraftKings lists the spread at KENN -3 with a total of 51.5; moneylines are Kennesaw State -162 · Missouri State +136. Below is our Kennesaw State vs Missouri State preview with the latest odds, point spread, moneyline, over/under, kickoff time, TV channel and where to watch, plus a look at each team’s season so far, head coach and key players. Lines may move before kickoff.
Kennesaw State vs Missouri State Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Kennesaw State at Missouri State |
| Records | Kennesaw State 1-4 · Missouri State 1-4 |
| Spread | KENN -3 |
| Moneyline | Kennesaw State -162 · Missouri State +136 |
| Total | 51.5 |
| Venue | Robert W. Plaster Stadium, Springfield, MO |
| Date/Time | Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · 7:30 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | CBS Sports Network (CBSSN) |
| Head Coaches | Kennesaw State: HC Jerry Mack, OC Mitch Militello · Missouri State: HC Casey Woods, OC Mark Cala |
Kennesaw State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Kennesaw State Owls are 1-4 overall, 0-1 in Conference USA play. Results to date: Sep 3 — W 47-0 vs West Georgia; Sep 12 — L 31-17 vs Georgia State; Sep 19 — L 42-9 at Tennessee; Sep 26 — L 17-14 at Arkansas State; Oct 7 — L 27-26 vs Jacksonville State. Most recently, Kennesaw State lost to Jacksonville State 27-26 at home. Through 5 games, Kennesaw State is averaging 22.6 points scored and 23.4 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Jerry Mack (head coach since 2025). Offensive coordinator: Mitch Militello. Defensive coordinator: Marc Mattioli.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Rickie Collins (QB) — 103/150, 1,042 yards, 3 TD, 3 INT
- Rushing leader: Rickie Collins (QB) — 55 carries, 246 yards, 4 TD
- Receiving leader: Brayden Munroe (WR) — 19 receptions, 299 yards
- Sacks leader: Ugonna Nwoha (DL) — 3 sacks
- Tackles leader: Tywon Christopher (LB) — 36 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Rickie Collins (103/150, 1,042 yards, 3 TD, 3 INT). Questions: The response to a 27-26 loss to Jacksonville State.
Missouri State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Missouri State Bears are 1-4 overall, 0-1 in Conference USA play. Results to date: Sep 5 — L 50-0 at Texas A&M; Sep 12 — W 48-14 vs Lindenwood; Sep 19 — L 30-24 vs Marshall; Sep 26 — L 34-24 at SMU; Oct 8 — L 34-13 at Western Kentucky. Most recently, Missouri State lost to Western Kentucky 34-13 on the road. Through 5 games, Missouri State is averaging 21.8 points scored and 32.4 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Casey Woods (first season in charge). Offensive coordinator: Mark Cala. Defensive coordinator: Jack Curtis.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Skyler Locklear (QB) — 71/108, 788 yards, 4 TD, 2 INT
- Rushing leader: Breezy Dubar (RB) — 42 carries, 218 yards, 2 TD
- Receiving leader: Isaiah Myers (WR) — 20 receptions, 419 yards, 3 TD
- Sacks leader: Josh Lukusa (DE) — 1 sack
- Tackles leader: Jared Lloyd (LB) — 62 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Skyler Locklear (71/108, 788 yards, 4 TD, 2 INT). Questions: A defense giving up 32.4 points per game; the response to a 34-13 loss at Western Kentucky.
How to Watch Kennesaw State vs Missouri State
- Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
- Kickoff: 7:30 PM ET
- Venue: Robert W. Plaster Stadium, Springfield, MO
- TV / Streaming: CBS Sports Network (CBSSN)
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN as of October 12, 2026 2:12 AM PT (Arizona time). Lines may move before kickoff. Records, results and season stats via ESPN; coaching staffs per 2026 staff listings. This page is an informational matchup preview only.