Killian Wright

Joined: Apr 5, 2025

Originally from Kansas City, Killian Wright covers Mizzou athletics for Missouri Tigers On SI. He's previously served as sports editor for The Maneater, Mizzou's student newspaper, and works as a reporter for the Columbia Missourian. He is set to graduate from the Missouri School of Journalism in 2028. KC Sports Network is the premier destination for Kansas City sports fans with podcasts, YouTube and social media content. Stay connected with the latest news and analysis by following KCSN on all social media platforms.

Missouri Tigers freshman defensive end Daeden Hopkins on his visit to Columbia, Missouri for their Junior Day event on January 22, 2024.

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Jamal Roberts' long touchdown, Donta Simpson's sack and Robert Woodyard's two forced turnovers were key to Mizzou's victory over Kansas.

Sep 11, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz on the sidelines against the Kansas Jayhawks during the second half of the game at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Mizzou coach Eli Drinkwitz tried to run up the score at the end of Missouri's Border War win over Kansas, doing so to embarrass the Jayhawks for the narrative it took on social media.

Missouri Tigers quarterback Austin Simmons (13) celebrates their win over Kansas Jayhawks during the game inside David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on Sept. 11, 2026.

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A signature performance from Austin Simmons and a bouncing back in the face of adversity highlight positives from Mizzou's win over Kansas, while a poor run game and special teams highlight negatives.

Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz walks the sidelines during the game inside David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on Sept. 11, 2026.

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Mizzou head coach Eli Drinkwitz recapped Mizzou's Border War win over Kansas, detailing the rivalry, noise surrounding it and the events of the game.

Sep 11, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Missouri Tigers running back Jamal Roberts (20) celebrates with wide receiver Shaun Terry II (4) after scoring against the Kansas Jayhawks during the first half of the game at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Mizzou football beat Kansas after an early deficit in which the Tigers looked in trouble. Strong performances from Austin Simmons, Cayden Lee and Donovan Olugbode led the way.

Sep 4, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks running back Yasin Willis (6) celebrates with quarterback Isaiah Marshall (8) after scoring against the LIU Sharks during the first half at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Previewing everything about Kansas football's offense, defense and rivalry history before Mizzou's Border War matchup against the Jayhawks.

Oct 12, 2024; Amherst, Massachusetts, USA; Missouri Tigers linebacker Jeremiah Beasley (18) lines up against the Massachusetts Minutemen during the second half at Warren McGuirk Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

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RB Xai'Shaun Edwards, CB Chris Graves Jr. and LB Jeremiah Beasley could all play pivotal roles in Mizzou's Border War matchup against Kansas on Friday.

Sep 3, 2026; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz is seen against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions during the first half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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The three most important quotes from Eli Drinkwitz's press conference, along with everything else he said. The Mizzou coach previewed Kansas and provided injury updates.

Sep 3, 2026; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz is seen during the game against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Mizzou RB Malae Fonoti is out for the remainder of the season with an ACL injury. MU's running back room is shorthanded with injury, leading Eli Drinkwitz to comment on the difficulties of roster-building restrictions and investments.

Sep 3, 2026; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers running back Jamal Roberts (20) celebrates with Missouri Tigers wide receiver Naeshaun Montgomery (0) after scoring a touchdown against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions during the first half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Mizzou football has moved up from the No. 25 spot to the BLANK spot in the Week 2 AP Top 25 Poll after beating Arkansas-Pine Bluff in Week 1.

Sep 6, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers offensive lineman Cayden Green (70) watches from the sidelined in the first quarter of the Border War against the Kansas Jayhawks at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium.

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Mizzou offensive tackle Cayden Green has returned from injury to practice and is on track to play against Kansas. Running back Ahmad Hardy has not practiced yet and his return timeline is unclear.

Sep 5, 2026; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; Kansas State Wildcats wide receiver Josh Manning (5) celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the third quarter against the Nicholls State Colonels at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

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A big talking point of Missouri's offseason was the 30 new faces it brought in through the transfer portal. Some of those faces made immediate impacts in their

Killian Wright

Joined: Apr 5, 2025

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