The upcoming XBox Bowl will feature a clash between the Arkansas State Red Wolves and the Missouri State Bears. This postseason matchup is set for December 18 at 8 p.m. and will be broadcasted on ESPN2. The teams have contrasting records, with Missouri State holding a 7-5 record compared to Arkansas State’s 6-6.
Game Overview
- Date: December 18
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Location: TBA
- Broadcast: ESPN2
Team Statistics
Arkansas State Red Wolves
- Offense: 384.7 yards per game (72nd in FBS)
- Passing: 257.2 yards per game (35th)
- Rushing: 127.5 yards per game (102nd)
- Scoring: 24.4 points per game (90th)
- Defense: 416 yards per game (114th in FBS)
- Turnover Margin: -9 (120th in FBS)
Missouri State Bears
- Offense: 391.8 yards per game (65th in FBS)
- Passing: 273.9 yards per game (22nd)
- Rushing: 117.9 yards per game (114th)
- Scoring: 25.4 points per game (82nd)
- Defense: 384.8 yards per game (79th in FBS)
Key Players
Arkansas State
- Quarterback: Jaylen Raynor – 3,073 passing yards, 16 TDs, 11 INTs, 67.2% completion
- Rusher: Devin Spencer – 523 rushing yards on 102 carries, 2 TDs
- Receiver: Corey Rucker – 866 receiving yards on 69 catches, 3 TDs
Missouri State
- Quarterback: Jacob Clark – 2,895 passing yards, 24 TDs, 11 INTs, 65.1% completion
- Rusher: Shomari Lawrence – 964 rushing yards on 183 carries, 7 TDs
- Receiver: Jmariyae Robinson – 536 receiving yards on 40 catches, 6 TDs
Recent Performance
In their last games, Arkansas State triumphed over Appalachian State with a score of 30-29. Jaylen Raynor threw for 363 yards with three touchdowns, completing 68.1% of his passes. Meanwhile, Missouri State faced a setback, losing to Louisiana Tech 42-30. Jacob Clark passed for 294 yards, including two touchdowns.
This game presents an exciting opportunity for both programs to cap off their seasons with a bowl appearance, enhancing their respective fan bases’ enthusiasm.
