Football will soon be right around the corner.

Soon enough, Texas A&M ’s head coach Mike Elko will be leading his troops down the tunnel at Kyle Field to “Power,” and in the blink of an eye, the 2026-27 campaign will be underway.

It will be a beautiful sight with the 12th Man swaying in unison to the War Hymn.

Missouri State will experience one of the biggest home-field advantages there is in all of college sports. Can it do the impossible and give A&M a run for its money?

Probably not; however, do not underestimate the unit that head coach Casey Woods has, which is hungry to establish a winning culture and pull off one of the opening-weekend upsets.

Bear Ball vs Aggie Ball

Oct 11, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko looks on prior to the game against the Florida Gators at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images | Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

A new head coach is in town for Missouri State, and his name is Casey Woods.…