Vanderbilt and Missouri will play a Southeastern Conference football game Saturday afternoon at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville. The game between the No. 10 Commodores and No. 15 Tigers starts at 3:30 p.m. ET.
The teams have met 16 times previously, with Missouri winning 12 games, Vanderbilt winning 4, and one tie. According to the SEC's new scheduling format beginning in 2027, the teams will not face each other again until that year when the conference implements a nine-game schedule.
Vanderbilt defeated LSU 31-24 in their most recent game, maintaining their undefeated record at home this season. The last time Vanderbilt and Missouri played, the game went to double overtime in 2024.
ESPN will broadcast the game with Bob Wischusen handling play-by-play and Louis Riddick providing analysis. Viewers can watch through the ESPN app or Fubo streaming service. Radio coverage is available on SiriusXM channels 201 and 190.
Following this game, Vanderbilt's remaining schedule includes Texas on November 1, home games against Auburn and Kentucky, and a season finale at Tennessee. Missouri has upcoming home games against Texas A&M and Mississippi State, followed by away games at Oklahoma and Arkansas.
FirstBank Stadium will host the game with standard stadium capacity. The weather forecast indicates standard playing conditions for Saturday's contest.
Both teams' offensive and defensive statistics rank within conference averages across multiple categories including rushing yards, passing efficiency, and defensive stops.
Stadium gates open two hours before kickoff. Attendees can find information about stadium policies and parking through the venue's official communication channels.
The outcome of this game affects both teams' positions in SEC standings and potential bowl game selections. Conference records and head-to-head results factor into postseason determinations.
Each team brings established offensive and defensive strategies to the matchup. The teams' comparative statistics in areas such as total offense, defense, and special teams performance provide context for their relative strengths within the conference.
Local transportation authorities recommend arriving early to navigate game day traffic. Stadium concessions and amenities will operate at standard capacity. Security protocols remain consistent with previous home games this season.