For the first time in a decade, the Texas A&M Aggies will host the Missouri Tigers at Kyle Field.
Last time out, the visiting squad came away with a seven-point win — Tigers quarterback Maty Mauk leading the way past Kyle Allen and the Aggies — and followed it with a home loss in 2021. The stakes weren’t nearly as big that time, but much has changed in 10 years.
This year, the Aggies have already recorded their home loss for the year. That alone makes Saturday’s matchup imperative.
“Notre Dame was like a punch in the mouth to us,” Texas A&M defensive lineman Nic Scourton said. “That game hurts. You know, we can’t get that one back.”
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If Missouri walks out of Kyle Field with a win, it’ll be commended for nabbing a strong conference win on the road. The narrative will be that it is a bona fide top-10 team and nothing less.
In that scenario, the Aggies fall out of the top-25. They’re handed their second home loss of the season and any chances at making a splash in the postseason are nearly eliminated. The other way around, however, keeps them afloat.
If the Aggies want to hang on at home against a strong opponent, they’ll have to lean into the home advantage their stadium creates. They’ll have to lock down the secondary and find momentum on offense behind whichever quarterback is named the starter.
The latter might be the toughest of them all.
Especially since the Aggies might be the only ones still figuring out who that is.
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“I know on their depth chart it says (Conner Weigman) is the starting quarterback,” Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz said at his weekly press conference, “but I mean, that’s just semantics in my opinion. (Marcel Reed) is 3-0 as the starter and whether (Weigman) is listed as questionable or whatever, I don’t see them going back.”
Through three starts, Reed has thrown for over 500 yards and rushed for nearly 200. He’s accounted for eight total touchdowns and given the Aggies a sense of consistency that they haven’t had with Weigman in any of the seasons he’s been in College Station.
Reed is raw and still developing, but he’s earned the respect of both his teammates and his coach — who’s said he gets better each time he takes the field.
And if that’s the case, Drinkwitz has a point.
“They’re 3-0,” he continued. “They clearly have a different offense identity with (Reed) as the quarterback and they’ve developed an offense that fits around his system. … if they go with the other one, they go with the other one, but they’ve already kind of built the offense toward Marcel.”
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Whichever quarterback the Aggies trot out to face the toughest opponent since Notre Dame, the Aggies will have to rally around, both for the sake of the game and their season.
“We’ll continue to manage the quarterback room in the same manner that we have and play the guy we feel gives us the best chance to win,” Elko said before the Southwest Classic.
If that ends up being Weigman, another rusty performance could end up being their downfall. If it’s Reed, more offensive stagnancy could do the same thing.
For Texas A&M, it’s a matter of picking a potential poison.
Two people were seriously injured in a crash Wednesday morning in Cole County on Route B, south of Spring Ridge Road, near St. Thomas, according to a crash report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Around 11:50 a.m., a 2020 Honda CRV SUV driven by a 67-year-old woman from Meta attempted to turn southbound onto Route B and traveled into the path of 2018 Freightliner Cascadia semitruck driven by a 71-year-old-man, according to the crash report.
The driver of the Honda and the passenger, a 66-year-old-man from Meta, were not wearing seat belts and were airlifted to University Hospital in Columbia, according to the crash report. Both sustained serious injuries, according to the report.
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The driver of the semitruck was not injured, according to the crash report.
As summer recreation ramps up across Missouri, safety officials are reminding residents that water safety begins long before anyone steps into a lake or river. Understanding the risks of water activities, knowing personal limits, and making responsible choices are the foundation of preventing tragedies on the water.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol and other safety agencies emphasize that natural waterways can present hidden hazards, including strong currents, sudden drop‑offs, and floating debris. Swimmers are urged to stay aware of their surroundings, use life jackets when appropriate, and avoid swimming alone.
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Officials say simple precautions—such as recognizing fatigue, monitoring weather conditions, and watching out for others in your group—can make the difference between a fun day on the water and a dangerous situation. As families head outdoors, authorities encourage everyone to treat water safety as a shared responsibility.
The Missouri Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 2, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from June 2 drawing
15-26-43-48-60, Mega Ball: 12
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
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Winning Pick 3 numbers from June 2 drawing
Midday: 6-2-1
Midday Wild: 4
Evening: 0-2-0
Evening Wild: 2
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
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Winning Pick 4 numbers from June 2 drawing
Midday: 4-9-6-4
Midday Wild: 5
Evening: 1-3-6-4
Evening Wild: 9
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
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Winning Cash Pop numbers from June 2 drawing
Early Bird: 13
Morning: 04
Matinee: 04
Prime Time: 08
Night Owl: 12
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Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Show Me Cash numbers from June 2 drawing
01-10-15-19-31
Check Show Me Cash payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All Missouri Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Missouri Lottery’s regional offices, by appointment only.
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To claim by mail, complete a Missouri Lottery winner claim form, sign your winning ticket, and include a copy of your government-issued photo ID along with a completed IRS Form W-9. Ensure your name, address, telephone number and signature are on the back of your ticket. Claims should be mailed to:
Ticket Redemption
Missouri Lottery
P.O. Box 7777
Jefferson City, MO 65102-7777
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For in-person claims, visit the Missouri Lottery Headquarters in Jefferson City or one of the regional offices in Kansas City, Springfield or St. Louis. Be sure to call ahead to verify hours and check if an appointment is required.
For additional instructions or to download the claim form, visit the Missouri Lottery prize claim page.
When are the Missouri Lottery drawings held?
Powerball: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Pick 3: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Pick 4: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Powerball Double Play: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Missouri editor. You can send feedback using this form.
