COLLEGE STATION, Texas - Missouri State University and Texas A&M University have finalized a football game contract for the 2026 season, the schools announced Friday (Feb. 14).

The Bears will visit historic Kyle Field on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. It will mark the first-ever meeting between the programs.

Missouri State has previously announced 2026 non-conference games at home against Marshall (Sept. 19) and at SMU (Sept. 26).

Missouri State will officially join Conference USA as an FBS member on July 1, 2025. To purchase season tickets for Missouri State's inaugural FBS season this fall, fans should call (417) 836-7678 or visit the MissouriStateBears.com ticketing page to purchase online. Fans interested in exploring season ticket location and pricing options, can complete a Season Ticket Interest Form, call (417) 836-8899 or email DuaneMiller@missouristate.edu.