Travis Kelce seemingly broke out of a season long slump and recorded his best game of the season, scoring his first touchdown, as the Kansas City Chiefs remained unbeaten topping the Las Vegas Raiders 27-20 in an AFC West rivalry matchup at&nbsp;Allegiant Stadium.

The Chiefs opened the game putting together a nine play drive, that almost ended with Kansas City facing a 3rd and 7, but Patrick Mahomes connected with new weapon Deandre Hopkins for a first down, and the Chiefs drove the remainder of the field ending with Kareem Hunt scoring his fourth touchdown of the season, giving the Chiefs an early lead.&nbsp;

On the very next drive though, the Raiders offense shredded the Chiefs defense putting together a 12 play drive culminating with a seven yard touchdown pass from Gardner Minshew, who got the start in place of the injured Aidan O'Connell, to Jakobi Meyers late in the first quarter.&nbsp; Opening the second quarter, Las Vegas took the lead with a 54 yard field goal by Daniel Carlson after forcing Kansas City to punt.

The Chiefs took the lead back following the field goal with a 13 play drive, consisting of runs by Hunt and completed passes from Mahomes to the likes of Kelce, Xavier Worthy, and Noah Gray, until Mahomes found a wide open Kelce for a five yard touchdown pass, giving the veteran tight end his first score of the season.&nbsp;&nbsp;

After forcing a Raiders punt, Kansas City extended their lead with a nine play drive, Harrison Butker converting a 42 yard field goal with four seconds left.&nbsp; Minshew took a knee to end the first half, sending the Chiefs to the locker room with a 17-10 lead at the halftime break.&nbsp;

Carlson drew the Raiders closer with the lone points of the third quarter, a 32 yard field goal, before the Chiefs eventually answered with a field goal of their own in the fourth quarter, Butker knocking through a 24 yard field goal to push the lead back to a touchdown.&nbsp;

Kansas City got the ball back on the ensuing drive with Mike Pennell forcing Minshew to fumble, Dru Tranquill recovering the ball, before the Chiefs put together an eight play drive with a short field, Mahomes finding Worthy for a nine yard touchdown pass.&nbsp;

The final touchdown was to much to overcome for the Raiders, answering with a score of their own as Minshew ended a 13 play drive with an 11 yard touchdown strike to DJ Turner.&nbsp; But Las Vegas was unable to recover the onside kick, and Mahomes knelt out the remaining clock for the victory.&nbsp;

Mahomes was 27 of 38 passing for 262 yards with two touchdowns and one interception.&nbsp; Hunt rushed 21 times for 59 yards and a score, while Kelce had 10 catches for 90 yards and a touchdown.&nbsp;

The Chiefs will be back in Kansas City for their next two matchups, starting with a Monday night affair with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 9.&nbsp; Kickoff in Monday Night Football will be at 7:15pm.&nbsp; Pregame will air at 6pm on Q Country 92.7, the game will be televised on ESPN.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730081263465.jpeg" alt="Chiefs rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) makes his way to the endzone during Kansas City's 27-20 victory over the Raiders/ Photo courtesy of the Chiefs on X" />
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 </figure>By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostTravis Kelce seemingly broke out of a season long slump and recorded his best game of the season, scoring his first touchdown, as the Kansas City Chiefs remained unbeaten topping the Las Vegas Raiders 27-20 in an AFC West rivalry matchup at&nbsp;Allegiant Stadium.The Chiefs opened the game putting together a nine play drive, that almost ended with Kansas City facing a 3rd and 7, but Patrick Mahomes connected with new weapon Deandre Hopkins for a first down, and the Chiefs drove the remainder of the field ending with Kareem Hunt scoring his fourth touchdown of the season, giving the Chiefs an early lead.&nbsp;On the very next drive though, the Raiders offense shredded the Chiefs defense putting together a 12 play drive culminating with a seven yard touchdown pass from Gardner Minshew, who got the start in place of the injured Aidan O'Connell, to Jakobi Meyers late in the first quarter.&nbsp; Opening the second quarter, Las Vegas took the lead with a 54 yard field goal by Daniel Carlson after forcing Kansas City to punt.The Chiefs took the lead back following the field goal with a 13 play drive, consisting of runs by Hunt and completed passes from Mahomes to the likes of Kelce, Xavier Worthy, and Noah Gray, until Mahomes found a wide open Kelce for a five yard touchdown pass, giving the veteran tight end his first score of the season.&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">TOUCHDOWN TRAVIS HAS ARRIVED 🏹 <a href="https://t.co/MiiuJPHeJD">pic.twitter.com/MiiuJPHeJD</a>&mdash; Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) <a href="https://twitter.com/Chiefs/status/1850650897489019182?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>After forcing a Raiders punt, Kansas City extended their lead with a nine play drive, Harrison Butker converting a 42 yard field goal with four seconds left.&nbsp; Minshew took a knee to end the first half, sending the Chiefs to the locker room with a 17-10 lead at the halftime break.&nbsp;Carlson drew the Raiders closer with the lone points of the third quarter, a 32 yard field goal, before the Chiefs eventually answered with a field goal of their own in the fourth quarter, Butker knocking through a 24 yard field goal to push the lead back to a touchdown.&nbsp;Kansas City got the ball back on the ensuing drive with Mike Pennell forcing Minshew to fumble, Dru Tranquill recovering the ball, before the Chiefs put together an eight play drive with a short field, Mahomes finding Worthy for a nine yard touchdown pass.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">TRANQUILL TAKES IT 💪 <a href="https://t.co/hI8lMVoQSI">pic.twitter.com/hI8lMVoQSI</a>&mdash; Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) <a href="https://twitter.com/Chiefs/status/1850671816362352999?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">WE&#39;RE NOT WORTHY. <a href="https://t.co/8dYWhc0ybA">pic.twitter.com/8dYWhc0ybA</a>&mdash; Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) <a href="https://twitter.com/Chiefs/status/1850674797300322319?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The final touchdown was to much to overcome for the Raiders, answering with a score of their own as Minshew ended a 13 play drive with an 11 yard touchdown strike to DJ Turner.&nbsp; But Las Vegas was unable to recover the onside kick, and Mahomes knelt out the remaining clock for the victory.&nbsp;Mahomes was 27 of 38 passing for 262 yards with two touchdowns and one interception.&nbsp; Hunt rushed 21 times for 59 yards and a score, while Kelce had 10 catches for 90 yards and a touchdown.&nbsp;The Chiefs will be back in Kansas City for their next two matchups, starting with a Monday night affair with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 9.&nbsp; Kickoff in Monday Night Football will be at 7:15pm.&nbsp; Pregame will air at 6pm on Q Country 92.7, the game will be televised on ESPN.

Chiefs remain unbeaten winning 13th straight game, beat Raiders 27-20

#7 Ravens top Vikings 38-14 remaining unbeaten in conference play

The #7 Benedictine Ravens marched into Marshall and spoiled Homecoming for the Missouri Valley Vikings, scoring 21 unanswered points to start, on way to a 38-14 victory on Saturday.&nbsp;

Both the Ravens and Vikings started off the game slow, exchanging punts on the first six drives of the game, before Benedictine got on the board as Jackson Dooley completed back to back passes to&nbsp; Joseph Lagafuaina, the second pass being a 38 yard touchdown strike that put the Ravens up late in the opening frame.&nbsp;

After Benedictine forced the Vikings to punt on the ensuing drive, the Ravens put together a five play 90 yard drive, ending with Dooley's second touchdown pass of the day, this time 25 yards to Jacob Gathright. One offensive drive later, Dooley threw yet another touchdown pass to a third receiver, 28 yards to Lebron Jackson to put the Ravens up 21-0 with just under five minutes remaining in the half.&nbsp;

Missouri Valley found the endzone twice in the last five minutes of the quarter for their only points of the game, the first points on defense as&nbsp;Kobe Windham returned an interception 98 yards to score, and on the next offensive drive Cole Robertson rushed in from eight yards out with 59 seconds left on the clock.&nbsp; The Ravens put together a six play drive and ended the quarter with a 42 yard field goal by Harry Balke, going to the halftime break leading 24-14.

Dooley threw two more touchdowns in the second half as the Ravens scored points in both the third and fourth quarters, the first on a long 70 yard touchdown pass to Gathright, then in the fourth throwing a four yard score to running back Dalton Witherspoon.&nbsp;

Dooley was 22 of 35 passing for 369 yards with five touchdowns and two interceptions, he was also the leading rusher with six carries for 34 yards.&nbsp; Witherspoon rushed 11 times for 30 yards. Gathright caught four passes for 147 yards and two touchdowns.&nbsp;

The Ravens remain on the road this coming Saturday heading to Olathe, Kansas for a matchup with&nbsp;MidAmerica Nazarene.&nbsp; Kickoff will be at 2pm.

Injury woes plague #21 Mizzou in rough showing against #15 Alabama

Entering the game in Tuscaloosa there were some major question marks for the #21 Missouri Tigers as quarterback Brady Cook was questionable, running back Nate Noel was out, and massive pieces of the defense were inured as well.&nbsp;

And the Tigers offense looks&nbsp;lackadaisical in the matchup with #15 Alabama, as the Crimson Tide recorded a 34-0 shutout victory over Mizzou at&nbsp;Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Cook did take the field for the Tigers to open the game, but would leave for the locker room with just over four minutes remaining in the first half, backup quarterback Drew Pyne immediately throwing the first of three interceptions on his first drive of the game.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mizzou's defense did all they could through the first half to keep the Tigers in the game, holding the Crimson Tide to 13 points, only allowing an eight yard rushing touchdown to Alabama running back&nbsp;Jam Miller near the end of the second quarter.&nbsp; But things continued going south in the second half.&nbsp;

Alabama scored a touchdown on their opening drive of the second half, which was followed by another interception thrown by Pyne.&nbsp; The Tigers forced the Crimson Tide to punt, but Pyne again threw an interception, setting Alabama up for a five play drive that ended with Miller scoring his second touchdown of the game.&nbsp;

The Crimson Tide added one final touchdown in the fourth quarter, a 35 yard rushing score by&nbsp;Justice Haynes.&nbsp; The Tigers put together a long 14 play drive, getting all the way to the Alabama one yard line where they turned the ball over on downs with 4:19 remaining.&nbsp;

Cook was 7 of 12 passing before leaving the game throwing for 30 yards, while Pyne was 6 of 12 for 42 yards with three interceptions.&nbsp; Splitting carries in place of the injured Noel, Marcus Carroll rushed 17 times for 80 yards while Jamal Roberts rushed 17 times for 71 yards.&nbsp; Brett Norfleet was the leading receiver with three catches for 23 yards.&nbsp;

Missouri, who will surely fall out of the Top 25 for the first time this season when rankings are released this evening, will have a bye week to get healthy.&nbsp; They matchup with Oklahoma next on November 9th.

Big fourth down stop secures Sunflower Showdown win for K State

Kansas State knocked through a 51 yard go ahead field goal with 1:42 left in the game and then recorded a big defensive stop to force a Kansas turnover on downs, winning the Sunflower Showdown 29-27 on Saturday at&nbsp;Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

The win for the Wildcats over the Jayhawks is the 16th consecutive in the storied rivalry that dates back to 1902.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Jayhawks did take the first lead of the game with the only touchdown of the first quarter on a 38 yard rush from&nbsp;Sevion Morrison that ended an 11 play drive, but in the second half it was the Wildcats that began to take some control.&nbsp;

A 13 play drive that carried from the end of the first quarter into the second quarter saw Avery Johnson connect with tight end&nbsp;Will Anciaux on a 24 yard touchdown pass to tie the game.&nbsp; Then on the ensuing drive, after Kansas was stopped at the one yard line on the kickoff, Jayhawks running back Devin Neal was tackled in the endzone by&nbsp;Damian Ilalio to give the Wildcats their first lead of the game.&nbsp;

Kansas State extended their lead following the safety, finding the tight end yet again in the endzone, but this time it was a two yard strike from Johnson to sophomore&nbsp;Garrett Oakley.&nbsp; Kansas answered on the next drive on a 10 yard touchdown pass from Jalon Daniels to Luke Grimm, putting the Jayhawks behind by just two points at the halftime break 16-14.

Opening up the second half the Wildcats needed just four plays to score again, in large part thanks to a 54 yard rush from running back DJ Giddens, capping the drive with a 10 yard rushing score by Johnson to extend the lead. But the Jayhawks refused to go away in the rivalry showdown.&nbsp;

Kansas answered with a nine play drive, that ended with Devin Neal rushing for a 24 yard touchdown, in which he refused to go down carrying one defender into the endzone.&nbsp; The score propelled Neal into the top spot for the most total touchdowns in Kansas history, passing&nbsp;June Henley with his 44th career touchdown.&nbsp;

Kansas State fumbled on the ensuing drive, but forced the Jayhawks to punt, however Kansas also stood tall on defense to get the ball back on a Wildcats punt, scoring to take the lead on this drive after starting it with a 42 yard pass from Daniels to Grimm and ending it with a 10 yard rushing score by Daniels to take the 27-23 lead going into the fourth quarter.

To open the fourth quarter, Kansas State got the lead down to one point using a seven play drive to get into field goal position for Chris Tennant to knock through a 28 yard field goal early in the quarter.&nbsp; &nbsp;

After three consecutive drives ended in punts, the Kansas defense stood tall and forced a turnover on downs with 4:04 left in the game, getting closer to snapping the long winning streak in the series from the Wildcats, but on the next drive the ball ended up back in the hands of Kansas State as linebacker Austin Romaine tackled Daniels, who was attempting to hurdle, forcing the quarterback to lose the ball which ended up in the hands of defensive end Brendan Mott.&nbsp;

From there the Wildcats put together a seven play drive, ending with Tennant marching out and putting through a 51 yard field goal to give Kansas State the lead with 1:42 left in the game.&nbsp;

With the game in the hands of the Kansas State defense, the Wildcats stood strong, forcing the Jayhawks to a 4th and 7 where Daniels was hit for a one yard loss, recovering his own fumble, but it didn't matter as Kansas State took three straight knees to run out the remaining clock.&nbsp;

For Kansas State, Johnson was 19 of 34 passing for 253 yards with two touchdowns.&nbsp; Giddens rushed 18 times for 102 yards while&nbsp;Jayce Brown was the leading receiver with five catches for 98 yards.&nbsp;

Daniels was 18 of 31 passing for the Jayhawks with one touchdown and one interception, going for 209 yards in the air.&nbsp; Neal rushed 13 times for 66 yards with a score while Daniels rushed 15 times for 66 yards and a touchdown.&nbsp; Trevor Wilson had four catches for 69 yards and Grimm had four catches for 66 yards and a score.

Kansas State will hit the road next week for a matchup with Houston on Saturday.&nbsp; Kickoff will be at 2:30pm with the game airing on Fox.&nbsp; Kansas has a bye week and will next be in action on November 9th against Iowa State.

Cornhuskers keep it close but fall to Ohio State with late interception

It wasn't pretty for #4 Ohio State, but Will Howard threw three touchdowns and the Buckeyes got a late interception by&nbsp;cornerback Jordan Hancock to secure a 21-17 win at Ohio Stadium on Saturday.&nbsp;

Howard, the former Kansas State quarterback, threw his first touchdown of the game for the lone score of the first quarter to put the Buckeyes ahead late in the quarter, a 40 yard pass to&nbsp;Carnell Tate.&nbsp; Nebraska answered on the ensuing drive with a 39 yard field goal from&nbsp;John Hohl to end a 10 play drive.&nbsp;

But Howard extended the lead in just four plays following the field goal, Howard again throwing a long touchdown pass, 60 yards to&nbsp;Jeremiah Smith.&nbsp; Nebraska was forced to punt on the next drive, and after a missed field goal by Ohio State, the Cornhuskers put together an eight play drive to end the half with another field goal by Hohl, this time from 54 yards out, going to the halftime break trailing 14-6.&nbsp;

Midway through the third quarter Hohl was sent out by Nebraska for another field goal, what ended up being the only points of the quarter, with a 47 yard kick, trimming the Buckeyes lead to just five points and keeping the Corhuskers within striking distance, and they would take advantage early into the final quarter.

After forcing Ohio State to punt, Nebraska worked their way down the field, going 74 yards in nine plays before Dante Dowdell rushed in from one yard out, giving the Cornhuskers their first lead of the game.&nbsp; Head Coach Matt Rhule kept his offense on the field to go for two, and Dylan Raiola completed a pass to&nbsp;Nate Boerkircher.

Ohio State took the lead back though on their next drive Howard finding his third different receiver of the game for a score, connecting with&nbsp;Quinshon Judkins for a nine yard touchdown, leaving 6:04 left in the game.&nbsp;

After both teams traded punts, Nebraska was left with one more chance to take the lead back.&nbsp; The drive started with three straight penalties, as Raiola complete a pass to Jahmal Banks, but it would be called back with an offensive pass interference.&nbsp; Facing 1st and 22, Raiola threw an incomplete pass to Banks, but the Cornhuskers ended up with a first down after a targeting call on Arvell Reese who had broken up the pass.

A false start put Nebraska at 1st and 15, Raiola completed a pass to&nbsp;Emmett Johnson but lost three yards, then facing 2nd and 18, Raiola found Johnson again, but again lost one yard, putting the Cornhuskers at 3rd and 19, where Raiola trying to throw for the first down was picked off by Hancock with 1:16 left in the game, allowing the Buckeyes to kneel out the remaining time.&nbsp;

Raiola was 21 of 32 passing with 152 yards with one interception.&nbsp; Dowdell rushed 14 times for 60 yards with a touchdown, while&nbsp;Thomas Fidone II was the leading receiver with four catches for 55 yards.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jacory Barney Jr. had seven catches for 49 yards.&nbsp;

After back to back road games Nebraska will return to the comforts of home this Saturday, hosting UCLA at&nbsp;Memorial Stadium.&nbsp; Kickoff will be at 2:30pm with the game airing on the Big Ten Network.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694976480449.jpeg" alt="File photo/Photo courtesy of Raven Athletics" />
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 </figure>By MATT PIKESt. Joseph Post#7 Ravens top Vikings 38-14 remaining unbeaten in conference playThe #7 Benedictine Ravens marched into Marshall and spoiled Homecoming for the Missouri Valley Vikings, scoring 21 unanswered points to start, on way to a 38-14 victory on Saturday.&nbsp;Both the Ravens and Vikings started off the game slow, exchanging punts on the first six drives of the game, before Benedictine got on the board as Jackson Dooley completed back to back passes to&nbsp; Joseph Lagafuaina, the second pass being a 38 yard touchdown strike that put the Ravens up late in the opening frame.&nbsp;After Benedictine forced the Vikings to punt on the ensuing drive, the Ravens put together a five play 90 yard drive, ending with Dooley's second touchdown pass of the day, this time 25 yards to Jacob Gathright. One offensive drive later, Dooley threw yet another touchdown pass to a third receiver, 28 yards to Lebron Jackson to put the Ravens up 21-0 with just under five minutes remaining in the half.&nbsp;Missouri Valley found the endzone twice in the last five minutes of the quarter for their only points of the game, the first points on defense as&nbsp;Kobe Windham returned an interception 98 yards to score, and on the next offensive drive Cole Robertson rushed in from eight yards out with 59 seconds left on the clock.&nbsp; The Ravens put together a six play drive and ended the quarter with a 42 yard field goal by Harry Balke, going to the halftime break leading 24-14.Dooley threw two more touchdowns in the second half as the Ravens scored points in both the third and fourth quarters, the first on a long 70 yard touchdown pass to Gathright, then in the fourth throwing a four yard score to running back Dalton Witherspoon.&nbsp;Dooley was 22 of 35 passing for 369 yards with five touchdowns and two interceptions, he was also the leading rusher with six carries for 34 yards.&nbsp; Witherspoon rushed 11 times for 30 yards. Gathright caught four passes for 147 yards and two touchdowns.&nbsp;The Ravens remain on the road this coming Saturday heading to Olathe, Kansas for a matchup with&nbsp;MidAmerica Nazarene.&nbsp; Kickoff will be at 2pm.Injury woes plague #21 Mizzou in rough showing against #15 Alabama<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730005607073.jpeg" alt="Missouri safety Daylan Carnell (13) makes a tackle on Alabama tight end CJ Dippre (81) during a 34-0 loss in Tuscaloosa/ Photo courtesy of Mizzou football on X" />
 <figcaption>Missouri safety Daylan Carnell (13) makes a tackle on Alabama tight end CJ Dippre (81) during a 34-0 loss in Tuscaloosa/ Photo courtesy of Mizzou football on X</figcaption>
 </figure>Entering the game in Tuscaloosa there were some major question marks for the #21 Missouri Tigers as quarterback Brady Cook was questionable, running back Nate Noel was out, and massive pieces of the defense were inured as well.&nbsp;And the Tigers offense looks&nbsp;lackadaisical in the matchup with #15 Alabama, as the Crimson Tide recorded a 34-0 shutout victory over Mizzou at&nbsp;Bryant-Denny Stadium.Cook did take the field for the Tigers to open the game, but would leave for the locker room with just over four minutes remaining in the first half, backup quarterback Drew Pyne immediately throwing the first of three interceptions on his first drive of the game.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mizzou's defense did all they could through the first half to keep the Tigers in the game, holding the Crimson Tide to 13 points, only allowing an eight yard rushing touchdown to Alabama running back&nbsp;Jam Miller near the end of the second quarter.&nbsp; But things continued going south in the second half.&nbsp;Alabama scored a touchdown on their opening drive of the second half, which was followed by another interception thrown by Pyne.&nbsp; The Tigers forced the Crimson Tide to punt, but Pyne again threw an interception, setting Alabama up for a five play drive that ended with Miller scoring his second touchdown of the game.&nbsp;The Crimson Tide added one final touchdown in the fourth quarter, a 35 yard rushing score by&nbsp;Justice Haynes.&nbsp; The Tigers put together a long 14 play drive, getting all the way to the Alabama one yard line where they turned the ball over on downs with 4:19 remaining.&nbsp;Cook was 7 of 12 passing before leaving the game throwing for 30 yards, while Pyne was 6 of 12 for 42 yards with three interceptions.&nbsp; Splitting carries in place of the injured Noel, Marcus Carroll rushed 17 times for 80 yards while Jamal Roberts rushed 17 times for 71 yards.&nbsp; Brett Norfleet was the leading receiver with three catches for 23 yards.&nbsp;Missouri, who will surely fall out of the Top 25 for the first time this season when rankings are released this evening, will have a bye week to get healthy.&nbsp; They matchup with Oklahoma next on November 9th.Big fourth down stop secures Sunflower Showdown win for K State<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730007022633.jpeg" alt="Kansas State tight end Garrett Oakley catches a touchdown in the second quarter of the Sunflower Showdown between Kansas State and Kansas/ Photo courtesy of K State Football on X" />
 <figcaption>Kansas State tight end Garrett Oakley catches a touchdown in the second quarter of the Sunflower Showdown between Kansas State and Kansas/ Photo courtesy of K State Football on X</figcaption>
 </figure>Kansas State knocked through a 51 yard go ahead field goal with 1:42 left in the game and then recorded a big defensive stop to force a Kansas turnover on downs, winning the Sunflower Showdown 29-27 on Saturday at&nbsp;Bill Snyder Family Stadium.The win for the Wildcats over the Jayhawks is the 16th consecutive in the storied rivalry that dates back to 1902.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Jayhawks did take the first lead of the game with the only touchdown of the first quarter on a 38 yard rush from&nbsp;Sevion Morrison that ended an 11 play drive, but in the second half it was the Wildcats that began to take some control.&nbsp;A 13 play drive that carried from the end of the first quarter into the second quarter saw Avery Johnson connect with tight end&nbsp;Will Anciaux on a 24 yard touchdown pass to tie the game.&nbsp; Then on the ensuing drive, after Kansas was stopped at the one yard line on the kickoff, Jayhawks running back Devin Neal was tackled in the endzone by&nbsp;Damian Ilalio to give the Wildcats their first lead of the game.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/AnciauxWill?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AnciauxWill</a> puts us on the board! <a href="https://t.co/OlZEpS2Rpy">pic.twitter.com/OlZEpS2Rpy</a>&mdash; K-State Football (@KStateFB) <a href="https://twitter.com/KStateFB/status/1850340653588517288?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Kansas State extended their lead following the safety, finding the tight end yet again in the endzone, but this time it was a two yard strike from Johnson to sophomore&nbsp;Garrett Oakley.&nbsp; Kansas answered on the next drive on a 10 yard touchdown pass from Jalon Daniels to Luke Grimm, putting the Jayhawks behind by just two points at the halftime break 16-14.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730009982905.jpeg" alt="Kansas running back Sevion Morrison rushes for a touchdown to open the scoring in the Sunflower Showdown/ Photo courtesy of KU Football on X" />
 <figcaption>Kansas running back Sevion Morrison rushes for a touchdown to open the scoring in the Sunflower Showdown/ Photo courtesy of KU Football on X</figcaption>
 </figure>Opening up the second half the Wildcats needed just four plays to score again, in large part thanks to a 54 yard rush from running back DJ Giddens, capping the drive with a 10 yard rushing score by Johnson to extend the lead. But the Jayhawks refused to go away in the rivalry showdown.&nbsp;Kansas answered with a nine play drive, that ended with Devin Neal rushing for a 24 yard touchdown, in which he refused to go down carrying one defender into the endzone.&nbsp; The score propelled Neal into the top spot for the most total touchdowns in Kansas history, passing&nbsp;June Henley with his 44th career touchdown.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://t.co/Jje3yKvm34">https://t.co/Jje3yKvm34</a> <a href="https://t.co/KfcafTNZ1F">pic.twitter.com/KfcafTNZ1F</a>&mdash; Kansas Football (@KU_Football) <a href="https://twitter.com/KU_Football/status/1850366117312950507?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Kansas State fumbled on the ensuing drive, but forced the Jayhawks to punt, however Kansas also stood tall on defense to get the ball back on a Wildcats punt, scoring to take the lead on this drive after starting it with a 42 yard pass from Daniels to Grimm and ending it with a 10 yard rushing score by Daniels to take the 27-23 lead going into the fourth quarter.To open the fourth quarter, Kansas State got the lead down to one point using a seven play drive to get into field goal position for Chris Tennant to knock through a 28 yard field goal early in the quarter.&nbsp; &nbsp;After three consecutive drives ended in punts, the Kansas defense stood tall and forced a turnover on downs with 4:04 left in the game, getting closer to snapping the long winning streak in the series from the Wildcats, but on the next drive the ball ended up back in the hands of Kansas State as linebacker Austin Romaine tackled Daniels, who was attempting to hurdle, forcing the quarterback to lose the ball which ended up in the hands of defensive end Brendan Mott.&nbsp;From there the Wildcats put together a seven play drive, ending with Tennant marching out and putting through a 51 yard field goal to give Kansas State the lead with 1:42 left in the game.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Don’t go to bed just yet, the Sunflower Showdown is a two-point game with 102 seconds left 👀<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Big12FB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Big12FB</a> | 📺 ESPN2 <a href="https://t.co/L59yqbXZzR">pic.twitter.com/L59yqbXZzR</a>&mdash; Big 12 Conference (@Big12Conference) <a href="https://twitter.com/Big12Conference/status/1850381286872871292?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>With the game in the hands of the Kansas State defense, the Wildcats stood strong, forcing the Jayhawks to a 4th and 7 where Daniels was hit for a one yard loss, recovering his own fumble, but it didn't matter as Kansas State took three straight knees to run out the remaining clock.&nbsp;For Kansas State, Johnson was 19 of 34 passing for 253 yards with two touchdowns.&nbsp; Giddens rushed 18 times for 102 yards while&nbsp;Jayce Brown was the leading receiver with five catches for 98 yards.&nbsp;Daniels was 18 of 31 passing for the Jayhawks with one touchdown and one interception, going for 209 yards in the air.&nbsp; Neal rushed 13 times for 66 yards with a score while Daniels rushed 15 times for 66 yards and a touchdown.&nbsp; Trevor Wilson had four catches for 69 yards and Grimm had four catches for 66 yards and a score.Kansas State will hit the road next week for a matchup with Houston on Saturday.&nbsp; Kickoff will be at 2:30pm with the game airing on Fox.&nbsp; Kansas has a bye week and will next be in action on November 9th against Iowa State.Cornhuskers keep it close but fall to Ohio State with late interception<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730012028681.jpeg" alt="Nebraska wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. works downfield against Ohio State/ Photo courtesy of Nebraska Football on X" />
 <figcaption>Nebraska wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. works downfield against Ohio State/ Photo courtesy of Nebraska Football on X</figcaption>
 </figure>It wasn't pretty for #4 Ohio State, but Will Howard threw three touchdowns and the Buckeyes got a late interception by&nbsp;cornerback Jordan Hancock to secure a 21-17 win at Ohio Stadium on Saturday.&nbsp;Howard, the former Kansas State quarterback, threw his first touchdown of the game for the lone score of the first quarter to put the Buckeyes ahead late in the quarter, a 40 yard pass to&nbsp;Carnell Tate.&nbsp; Nebraska answered on the ensuing drive with a 39 yard field goal from&nbsp;John Hohl to end a 10 play drive.&nbsp;But Howard extended the lead in just four plays following the field goal, Howard again throwing a long touchdown pass, 60 yards to&nbsp;Jeremiah Smith.&nbsp; Nebraska was forced to punt on the next drive, and after a missed field goal by Ohio State, the Cornhuskers put together an eight play drive to end the half with another field goal by Hohl, this time from 54 yards out, going to the halftime break trailing 14-6.&nbsp;Midway through the third quarter Hohl was sent out by Nebraska for another field goal, what ended up being the only points of the quarter, with a 47 yard kick, trimming the Buckeyes lead to just five points and keeping the Corhuskers within striking distance, and they would take advantage early into the final quarter.After forcing Ohio State to punt, Nebraska worked their way down the field, going 74 yards in nine plays before Dante Dowdell rushed in from one yard out, giving the Cornhuskers their first lead of the game.&nbsp; Head Coach Matt Rhule kept his offense on the field to go for two, and Dylan Raiola completed a pass to&nbsp;Nate Boerkircher.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">TD ➕ 2-point conversion<a href="https://twitter.com/HuskerFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HuskerFootball</a> leads, 17-14, at No. 4 Ohio State.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/B1GFootball?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#B1GFootball</a> on <a href="https://twitter.com/CFBONFOX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CFBONFOX</a> 📺 <a href="https://t.co/jY6ldJWRFQ">pic.twitter.com/jY6ldJWRFQ</a>&mdash; Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) <a href="https://twitter.com/BigTenNetwork/status/1850249768095584418?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Ohio State took the lead back though on their next drive Howard finding his third different receiver of the game for a score, connecting with&nbsp;Quinshon Judkins for a nine yard touchdown, leaving 6:04 left in the game.&nbsp;After both teams traded punts, Nebraska was left with one more chance to take the lead back.&nbsp; The drive started with three straight penalties, as Raiola complete a pass to Jahmal Banks, but it would be called back with an offensive pass interference.&nbsp; Facing 1st and 22, Raiola threw an incomplete pass to Banks, but the Cornhuskers ended up with a first down after a targeting call on Arvell Reese who had broken up the pass.A false start put Nebraska at 1st and 15, Raiola completed a pass to&nbsp;Emmett Johnson but lost three yards, then facing 2nd and 18, Raiola found Johnson again, but again lost one yard, putting the Cornhuskers at 3rd and 19, where Raiola trying to throw for the first down was picked off by Hancock with 1:16 left in the game, allowing the Buckeyes to kneel out the remaining time.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The play that sealed it for No. 4 <a href="https://twitter.com/OhioStateFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OhioStateFB</a> 🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/B1GFootball?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#B1GFootball</a> <a href="https://t.co/ACdfX01Jry">pic.twitter.com/ACdfX01Jry</a>&mdash; Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) <a href="https://twitter.com/BigTenNetwork/status/1850260724968284646?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Raiola was 21 of 32 passing with 152 yards with one interception.&nbsp; Dowdell rushed 14 times for 60 yards with a touchdown, while&nbsp;Thomas Fidone II was the leading receiver with four catches for 55 yards.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jacory Barney Jr. had seven catches for 49 yards.&nbsp;After back to back road games Nebraska will return to the comforts of home this Saturday, hosting UCLA at&nbsp;Memorial Stadium.&nbsp; Kickoff will be at 2:30pm with the game airing on the Big Ten Network.

CFB Roundup: Injuries plague Mizzou, Ravens spoil Homecoming, Wildcats win Sunflower Showdown

It's the finale of the regular season as Week 9 of high school football in Missouri and Week 8 in Kansas is done and now its on to districts! Below is a list of all of the games being played in the KFEQ/St. Joseph Post area!

Tune into KFEQ Radio (680, 95.3, 680kfeq.com) for Friday Night Lights with Matt Pike every Friday night of the regular season from 10- midnight. for scores and interviews with area coaches!

Benton 27 (2-7)&nbsp; &nbsp; Chillicothe 13 (4-5)

Cameron 42 (3-6)&nbsp; &nbsp; University Academy Charter 20 (3-5)

St. Pius X 49 (8-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Savannah 21 (6-3)

Maryville 42 (5-4)&nbsp; &nbsp; Lafayette 0 (2-7)&nbsp;

Bishop LeBlond 50 (7-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Plattsburg 14 (4-3)

-First Round District Bye Week, will play winner of Northland Christian/Dekalb

Park Hill South 34 (2-7)&nbsp; &nbsp; Central 16 (4-5)

Mid-Buchanan 7 (9-0)&nbsp; &nbsp; East Buchanan 3 (7-2)

-Mid-Buchanan wins KCI Conference with win

West Platte 28 (4-5)&nbsp; &nbsp; North Platte 14 (1-8)

Lawson 49 (4-5)&nbsp; &nbsp; Lathrop 0 (1-8)&nbsp;

Hamilton 35 (5-4)&nbsp; &nbsp; Trenton 13 (2-7)

 Bishop LeBlond 50 (7-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Plattsburg 14 (4-3)

Milan 28 (6-3)&nbsp; &nbsp; Putnam County 22 (5-4)

Brookfield 42 (9-0)&nbsp; &nbsp; Marceline 0 (4-5)

South Harrison 48 (7-2)&nbsp; &nbsp; Gallatin 8 (2-7)

Hamilton 35 (5-4)&nbsp; &nbsp; Trenton 13 (2-7)&nbsp;

 Polo 42 (5-4)&nbsp; &nbsp; Maysville 8 (0-9)&nbsp;

St. Joseph Christian 60 (6-3)&nbsp; &nbsp; Stanberry 8 (1-8)

-First round districts: St. Joseph Christian will have Bye, will play winner of Plattsburg/ Stewartsville

-First round sistricts: Stanberry @ Worth County

Worth County 86 (7-2)&nbsp; &nbsp; Princeton 16 (2-6)- F/HT

-First round districts: Princeton @ Knox County

 Albany 58 (9-0)&nbsp; &nbsp; King City 42 (4-5)&nbsp;

-First round districts: Albany will have first round Bye, will play winner of King City/ Pattonsburg

-First round districts: King City vs Pattonsburg

North Andrew 74 (5-4)&nbsp; &nbsp; Pattonsburg 34 (1-8)&nbsp;

-First round districts: North Andrew vs South Holt

Platte Valley 32 (8-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Rock Port 20 (8-1)

Nodaway Valley 42 (8-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Dekalb 0 (1-8)&nbsp; - F/HT

-First round matchup: Dekalb @ Northland Christian

-Nodaway Valley first round Bye, will play winner of North Andrew/South Holt

 Mound City 44 (4-5)&nbsp; &nbsp; Stewartsville 0 (0-9)

-First round districts: Mound City will host East Atchison

-First round districts: Stewartsville @ Plattsburg

East Atchison 54 (4-5)&nbsp; &nbsp; South Holt 35 (4-5)

-First round districts: South Holt @ North Andrew

Atchison 56 (7-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Wyandotte 6 (0-7)

Perry-Lecompton 34 (3-5)&nbsp; &nbsp; Hiawatha 20 (2-6)

Troy 54 (5-3)&nbsp; &nbsp; Atchison-Maur Hill-Mount 12 (3-5)

Centralia 34 (7-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Riverside 28 (6-2)&nbsp;

You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostIt's the finale of the regular season as Week 9 of high school football in Missouri and Week 8 in Kansas is done and now its on to districts! Below is a list of all of the games being played in the KFEQ/St. Joseph Post area!Tune into KFEQ Radio (680, 95.3, 680kfeq.com) for Friday Night Lights with Matt Pike every Friday night of the regular season from 10- midnight. for scores and interviews with area coaches!MECBenton 27 (2-7)&nbsp; &nbsp; Chillicothe 13 (4-5)<div><iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kfeq-news/embed/episodes/Benton-Head-Coach-Corey-Bertini-e2q5isf/a-abjls00" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></div>Cameron 42 (3-6)&nbsp; &nbsp; University Academy Charter 20 (3-5)St. Pius X 49 (8-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Savannah 21 (6-3)-St. Pius wins MEC Conference titleMaryville 42 (5-4)&nbsp; &nbsp; Lafayette 0 (2-7)&nbsp;Bishop LeBlond 50 (7-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Plattsburg 14 (4-3)-First Round District Bye Week, will play winner of Northland Christian/Dekalb<div><iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kfeq-news/embed/episodes/Bishop-LeBlond-Head-Coach-Chuck-Davis-e2q5ibj/a-abjlrbb" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></div>Greater KC SuburbanPark Hill South 34 (2-7)&nbsp; &nbsp; Central 16 (4-5)KCIMid-Buchanan 7 (9-0)&nbsp; &nbsp; East Buchanan 3 (7-2)-Mid-Buchanan wins KCI Conference with win<div><iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kfeq-news/embed/episodes/East-Buchanan-Head-Coach-Dan-Ritter-e2q5is0/a-abjlrvg" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></div>West Platte 28 (4-5)&nbsp; &nbsp; North Platte 14 (1-8)Lawson 49 (4-5)&nbsp; &nbsp; Lathrop 0 (1-8)&nbsp;Hamilton 35 (5-4)&nbsp; &nbsp; Trenton 13 (2-7) Bishop LeBlond 50 (7-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Plattsburg 14 (4-3)GRC 11-man (East Division)Milan 28 (6-3)&nbsp; &nbsp; Putnam County 22 (5-4)Brookfield 42 (9-0)&nbsp; &nbsp; Marceline 0 (4-5)South Harrison 48 (7-2)&nbsp; &nbsp; Gallatin 8 (2-7)Hamilton 35 (5-4)&nbsp; &nbsp; Trenton 13 (2-7)&nbsp; Polo 42 (5-4)&nbsp; &nbsp; Maysville 8 (0-9)&nbsp;GRC 8-man (West Division)St. Joseph Christian 60 (6-3)&nbsp; &nbsp; Stanberry 8 (1-8)-First round districts: St. Joseph Christian will have Bye, will play winner of Plattsburg/ Stewartsville-First round sistricts: Stanberry @ Worth CountyWorth County 86 (7-2)&nbsp; &nbsp; Princeton 16 (2-6)- F/HT-First round districts: Princeton @ Knox County<div><iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kfeq-news/embed/episodes/Worth-County-Head-Coach-Jon-Adwell-e2q5iar/a-abjlraa" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></div> Albany 58 (9-0)&nbsp; &nbsp; King City 42 (4-5)&nbsp;-First round districts: Albany will have first round Bye, will play winner of King City/ Pattonsburg-First round districts: King City vs PattonsburgNorth Andrew 74 (5-4)&nbsp; &nbsp; Pattonsburg 34 (1-8)&nbsp;-First round districts: North Andrew vs South Holt275 ConferencePlatte Valley 32 (8-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Rock Port 20 (8-1)<div><iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kfeq-news/embed/episodes/Platte-Valley-Head-Coach-Johnnie-Silkett-e2q5ing/a-abjlrpj" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></div>Nodaway Valley 42 (8-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Dekalb 0 (1-8)&nbsp; - F/HT-First round matchup: Dekalb @ Northland Christian-Nodaway Valley first round Bye, will play winner of North Andrew/South Holt Mound City 44 (4-5)&nbsp; &nbsp; Stewartsville 0 (0-9)-First round districts: Mound City will host East Atchison-First round districts: Stewartsville @ PlattsburgEast Atchison 54 (4-5)&nbsp; &nbsp; South Holt 35 (4-5)-First round districts: South Holt @ North AndrewNortheast KansasAtchison 56 (7-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Wyandotte 6 (0-7)Perry-Lecompton 34 (3-5)&nbsp; &nbsp; Hiawatha 20 (2-6)Troy 54 (5-3)&nbsp; &nbsp; Atchison-Maur Hill-Mount 12 (3-5)<div><iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kfeq-news/embed/episodes/Troy-Head-Coach-Derek-Jasper-e2q5ipo/a-abjlrs7" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></div>Centralia 34 (7-1)&nbsp; &nbsp; Riverside 28 (6-2)&nbsp;You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

KFEQ/St. Joseph Post Area High Schol Football Scoreboard Oct.25th

A former Missouri Western women's basketball standout is making strides in the coaching world 

Former Missouri Western player and graduate assistant Chelsea Dewey, from Gower and an alum of East Buchanan High School, is preparing for a new season as head coach at junior college Arizona Western. 

Dewey went 21-10 as an interim head coach last season, ultimately falling in the Region 1 semifinals to eventual champion Cochise College 

Dewey says it may sound a bit hard-headed of her, but she feels the team should have made the final last year, and she doesn't consider her first season as coach successful. 

"You know anything short of the Region 1 final is not success, I feel like this year we can be in that Region 1 final," Dewey tells KFEQ/St. Joseph Post. "So that's what I'm shooting for in who I recruit and how I coach them." 

In May, Arizona Western Athletic Director Jerry Smith stripped the interim title from Dewey and officially named her just the second head coach in Lady Matador's history.

Dewey says at such a young age it’s exciting to have this opportunity leading the junior college program 

"Being in a leadership role for these young women as well, I mean a woman leading young women just showing that they can be leaders in whatever they dream to be next is kind of the goal of this," Dewey explains. "And just showing that you can make mistakes and still be successful in what you're doing and still send the message to get the bigger picture across at that young age." 

Dewey says after falling short of the Region 1 finals last year, the goal is to make it there this year, and always be one of the toughest teams on the schedule 

"Compete every night, and I can't thank them enough because I have a lot of coaches compliment how hard we play, so keeping that motive in mind," Dewey says.  "And just trusting the process to make sure whatever we're doing every day is setting us up for success, we're not going to earn the championship tomorrow so how are we getting 1% better every day to take the championship." 

Before becoming the head coach at Arizona Western she served three years as assistant under head coach Patrick Cunningham, after serving three years as a graduate assistant under former Missouri Western coach Rob Edmisson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729872564026.jpeg" alt="Former Missouri Western player and graduate assistant Chelsea Dewey is now the head coach of the Arizona Western women's basketball program officially, after having the interim title stripped in May/ Photo courtesy of Arizona Western College" />
 <figcaption>Former Missouri Western player and graduate assistant Chelsea Dewey is now the head coach of the Arizona Western women's basketball program officially, after having the interim title stripped in May/ Photo courtesy of Arizona Western College</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKE St. Joseph Post A former Missouri Western women's basketball standout is making strides in the coaching world Former Missouri Western player and graduate assistant Chelsea Dewey, from Gower and an alum of East Buchanan High School, is preparing for a new season as head coach at junior college Arizona Western. Dewey went 21-10 as an interim head coach last season, ultimately falling in the Region 1 semifinals to eventual champion Cochise College Dewey says it may sound a bit hard-headed of her, but she feels the team should have made the final last year, and she doesn't consider her first season as coach successful. "You know anything short of the Region 1 final is not success, I feel like this year we can be in that Region 1 final," Dewey tells KFEQ/St. Joseph Post. "So that's what I'm shooting for in who I recruit and how I coach them." In May, Arizona Western Athletic Director Jerry Smith stripped the interim title from Dewey and officially named her just the second head coach in Lady Matador's history.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729872823092.jpeg" alt="Chelsea Dewey/ Photo courtesy of Arizona Western College" />
 <figcaption>Chelsea Dewey/ Photo courtesy of Arizona Western College</figcaption>
 </figure>Dewey says at such a young age it’s exciting to have this opportunity leading the junior college program "Being in a leadership role for these young women as well, I mean a woman leading young women just showing that they can be leaders in whatever they dream to be next is kind of the goal of this," Dewey explains. "And just showing that you can make mistakes and still be successful in what you're doing and still send the message to get the bigger picture across at that young age." Dewey says after falling short of the Region 1 finals last year, the goal is to make it there this year, and always be one of the toughest teams on the schedule "Compete every night, and I can't thank them enough because I have a lot of coaches compliment how hard we play, so keeping that motive in mind," Dewey says. "And just trusting the process to make sure whatever we're doing every day is setting us up for success, we're not going to earn the championship tomorrow so how are we getting 1% better every day to take the championship." Before becoming the head coach at Arizona Western she served three years as assistant under head coach Patrick Cunningham, after serving three years as a graduate assistant under former Missouri Western coach Rob Edmisson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729872896741.jpeg" alt="Chelsea Dewey leads a huddle during a gamebreak for Arizona Western/ Photo courtesy of Arizona Western College" />
 <figcaption>Chelsea Dewey leads a huddle during a gamebreak for Arizona Western/ Photo courtesy of Arizona Western College</figcaption>
 </figure>You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.JOURNAL<div><iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kfeq-news/embed/episodes/Journal-Chelsea-Dewey-preparing-for-first-official-season-as-Head-Coach-at-Arizona-Western-e2q4s05/a-abjkvo5" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></div>FULL INTERVIEW<div><iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kfeq-news/embed/episodes/Full-Interview-Chelsea-Dewey-talks-journey-from-Missouri-Western-to-Arizona-Western-e2q4s43/a-abjl04e" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></div>

Former Griffon Chelsea Dewey prepares for new season as Arizona Western coach

 It's the finale of the regular season as Week 9 of high school football in Missouri and Week 8 in Kansas is here! Below is a list of all of the games being played in the KFEQ/St. Joseph Post area!

Benton (1-7) vs Chillicothe (4-4)- Fri @7pm

Cameron (2-6) vs University Academy Charter (3-5)- 

St. Pius X (7-1) at Savannah (6-2)- Fri @7pm

-winner will decide MEC Conference Winner

Lafayette (2-6) vs Maryville (4-4)- Fri @7pm

Bishop LeBlond (6-1) vs Plattsburg (4-2)- Fri @7pm

Central (4-4) vs Park Hill South (1-7)- Fri @7pm

East Buchanan (7-1) vs Mid-Buchanan (8-0)- Fri @7pm

West Platte (3-5) vs North Platte (1-7)- Fri @7pm

Plattsburg (4-2) @ Bishop LeBlond (6-1)- Fri @7pm

Milan (5-3) vs Putnam County (5-3)- Fri @7pm

Brookfield (8-0) vs Marceline (4-4)- Fri @7pm

Gallatin (2-6) @ South Harrison (6-2)- Fri @7pm

Trenton (2-6) vs Hamilton (4-4)- Fri @7pm

St. Joseph Christian (5-3) vs Stanberry (1-7)- Fri @7pm

Princeton (2-6) @ Worth County (6-2)- Fri @7pm

Pattonsburg (1-7) @ North Andrew (4-4)- Fri @7pm

Platte Valley (7-1) vs Rock Port (8-0)- Fri @7pm

Dekalb (1-7) @ Nodaway Valley (7-1)- Fri @7pm

Stewartsville (0-8) @ Mound City (3-5)- Fri @7pm

East Atchison (3-5) vs South Holt (4-4)- Fri @7pm

Troy (4-3) vs Atchison-Maur Hill-Mount (3-4)

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph Post It's the finale of the regular season as Week 9 of high school football in Missouri and Week 8 in Kansas is here! Below is a list of all of the games being played in the KFEQ/St. Joseph Post area!Tune into KFEQ Radio (680, 95.3, 680kfeq.com) for Friday Night Lights with Matt Pike every Friday night of the regular season from 10- midnight. for scores and interviews with area coaches!MECBenton (1-7) vs Chillicothe (4-4)- Fri @7pmCameron (2-6) vs University Academy Charter (3-5)- St. Pius X (7-1) at Savannah (6-2)- Fri @7pm-winner will decide MEC Conference WinnerLafayette (2-6) vs Maryville (4-4)- Fri @7pmBishop LeBlond (6-1) vs Plattsburg (4-2)- Fri @7pmGreater KC SuburbanCentral (4-4) vs Park Hill South (1-7)- Fri @7pmKCIEast Buchanan (7-1) vs Mid-Buchanan (8-0)- Fri @7pm-Winner will decide the KCI ConferenceWest Platte (3-5) vs North Platte (1-7)- Fri @7pmLathrop (1-7) vs Lawson (3-5)- Fri @7pmHamilton (4-4) @ Trenton (2-6)- Fri @7pmPlattsburg (4-2) @ Bishop LeBlond (6-1)- Fri @7pmGRC 11-man (East Division)Milan (5-3) vs Putnam County (5-3)- Fri @7pmBrookfield (8-0) vs Marceline (4-4)- Fri @7pmGallatin (2-6) @ South Harrison (6-2)- Fri @7pmTrenton (2-6) vs Hamilton (4-4)- Fri @7pmMaysville (0-8) vs Polo (4-4)- Fri @7pmGRC 8-man (West Division)St. Joseph Christian (5-3) vs Stanberry (1-7)- Fri @7pmPrinceton (2-6) @ Worth County (6-2)- Fri @7pmKing City (4-4) @ Albany (8-0)- Fri @7pmPattonsburg (1-7) @ North Andrew (4-4)- Fri @7pm275 ConferencePlatte Valley (7-1) vs Rock Port (8-0)- Fri @7pmDekalb (1-7) @ Nodaway Valley (7-1)- Fri @7pmStewartsville (0-8) @ Mound City (3-5)- Fri @7pmEast Atchison (3-5) vs South Holt (4-4)- Fri @7pmNortheast KansasAtchison (6-1) @ Wyandotte (0-6)Hiawatha (2-5) @ Perry-Lecompton (2-5)Troy (4-3) vs Atchison-Maur Hill-Mount (3-4)Riverside (6-1) vs Centralia (6-1) You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

KFEQ/St. Joseph Post Area High School Football schedule Oct. 25th

With wide receiver injuries plaguing the Chiefs all season long, General Manager Brett Veach has gone out and gotten a new weapon for superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes.&nbsp;

The Kansas City Chiefs and Tennessee Titans are finalizing a deal to send wide receiver Deandre Hopkins to the defending super bowl champions.&nbsp; In return The Titans will receive a 2025 fifth-round pick that would become a fourth-rounder if the Chiefs reach the Super Bowl and Hopkins plays 60% of the snaps with Kansas City, sources said. Tennessee also will pick up a portion of Hopkins' remaining $8 million salary this season.

Sources also said the deal is expected to be finalized on Wednesday.&nbsp;

The Chiefs have had a need at wide receiver. Rashee Rice suffered a right knee injury in Week 4 that required season-ending surgery, the team lost Marquise "Hollywood" Brown to a shoulder injury in the preseason, and just last week JuJu Smith-Schuster suffered a hamstring injury that has already ruled him out for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Hopkins, a 12 year veteran, is in the final year of a two year deal he signed with the Titans.&nbsp; Hopkins suffered an MCL tear during the offseason, but recovered in time for the season opener, and has 15 catches for 173 yards and a touchdown this year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The addition gives Mahomes another weapon, one week after Mahomes said he had extreme confidence in the Chiefs receiving corps when asked about wide receiver trades that happened last week, including Davante Adams to the Jets and Amari Cooper to the Bills.&nbsp;

However, what the top healthy receivers have shown this year has not been a lot, Xavier Worthy and Justin Watson have combined for just 22 catches through week seven.&nbsp;

Acquiring a wide receiver before the trade deadline has yielded results for the Chiefs in each of the past two seasons. They dealt with the New York Giants for Kadarius Toney in 2022. Toney scored one touchdown and set up another with a 65-yard punt return in the fourth quarter of the Chiefs' Super Bowl LVII win over the Philadelphia Eagles.

The Chiefs also traded with the New York Jets for Mecole Hardman last year. Hardman caught the winning touchdown in overtime of Super Bowl LVIII against the San Francisco 49ers.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729699882413.jpeg" alt="Deandre Hopkins catches a pass during a game with the Tennessee Titans/ Photo courtesy of The Kingdom on X" />
 <figcaption>Deandre Hopkins catches a pass during a game with the Tennessee Titans/ Photo courtesy of The Kingdom on X</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostWith wide receiver injuries plaguing the Chiefs all season long, General Manager Brett Veach has gone out and gotten a new weapon for superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes.&nbsp;The Kansas City Chiefs and Tennessee Titans are finalizing a deal to send wide receiver Deandre Hopkins to the defending super bowl champions.&nbsp; In return The Titans will receive a 2025 fifth-round pick that would become a fourth-rounder if the Chiefs reach the Super Bowl and Hopkins plays 60% of the snaps with Kansas City, sources said. Tennessee also will pick up a portion of Hopkins' remaining $8 million salary this season.Sources also said the deal is expected to be finalized on Wednesday.&nbsp;The Chiefs have had a need at wide receiver. Rashee Rice suffered a right knee injury in Week 4 that required season-ending surgery, the team lost Marquise "Hollywood" Brown to a shoulder injury in the preseason, and just last week JuJu Smith-Schuster suffered a hamstring injury that has already ruled him out for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders.Hopkins, a 12 year veteran, is in the final year of a two year deal he signed with the Titans.&nbsp; Hopkins suffered an MCL tear during the offseason, but recovered in time for the season opener, and has 15 catches for 173 yards and a touchdown this year.&nbsp;&nbsp;The addition gives Mahomes another weapon, one week after Mahomes said he had extreme confidence in the Chiefs receiving corps when asked about wide receiver trades that happened last week, including Davante Adams to the Jets and Amari Cooper to the Bills.&nbsp;However, what the top healthy receivers have shown this year has not been a lot, Xavier Worthy and Justin Watson have combined for just 22 catches through week seven.&nbsp;Acquiring a wide receiver before the trade deadline has yielded results for the Chiefs in each of the past two seasons. They dealt with the New York Giants for Kadarius Toney in 2022. Toney scored one touchdown and set up another with a 65-yard punt return in the fourth quarter of the Chiefs' Super Bowl LVII win over the Philadelphia Eagles.The Chiefs also traded with the New York Jets for Mecole Hardman last year. Hardman caught the winning touchdown in overtime of Super Bowl LVIII against the San Francisco 49ers.You can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

Chiefs acquiring new weapon for Mahomes trading for WR Deandre Hopkins from Titans

Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City has been the home of the MIAA basketball championships since 2003, but with an expiring lease could the tourney find a new home?  

MIAA Commissioner Mike Racy says the conference is exploring the possibility of a new home when their lease expires in 2026. One possible location is right here in St. Joseph.  

Director of the St. Joseph Sports Commision Brett Esely says St Joseph has put in a bid and he's grateful and humbled to have this opportunity. 

"I think the bid opportunity was open to any destination that wanted to get involved," Esely tells KFEQ/St. Joseph Post. "But you know like everything, I do think there are some destinations that the MIAA had hoped would get involved, and I certainly think St. Joseph was one of those, there's a lot that has to transpire over the next several weeks and months." 

The commissioner said during MIAA basketball media days earlier this month that St. Joseph was one of three locations being considered. 

&nbsp;Esely says these days championship events are seeking an environment that fits the event, and believes Civic Arena fits the MIAA tournament. 

"Whether you've seen one event in Civic Arena over time or tens of hundreds, I think what people notice is it's a great place to play, it's a great place to see an event, the fans are right on top of you," Esely explains. "And when you look at the atmosphere you're trying to create for an athletic competition, where it involves student athletes and coaches and trying to create a memorable experience, the arena's elements really set up for that." 

Civic Arena has undergone mass improvements over the last few years and will be getting a new paint job through this fall.  

Esely says the economic impact for an event like this could be off the charts 

"Knowing that fans are used to coming to the championship, if it did relocate to St. Joseph whereas the travel is a little bit different, it's still the same part of the MIAA footprint," Esely says. "And I think as it relates to downtown St. Joseph and looking at things that are already going on down there." 

Esely cites the new Children's Discovery Center which will open in December, as well as all the downtown businesses that could host 15 to 18 alumni groups that provides limitless potential 

Esely says events like this thrive best in communities that understand them the best. 

"And that's what I've always preached about St. Joseph, is we understand the event, we understand whose coming, we understand the type of big deal it is, and that's all that event owners and guests can ask for when they come, is hey we're coming to town for a big time event and the community's rolled out the red carpet," Esely explains. "And we do that well, and I think this would be another great opportunity, if provided, to put our community on display." 

Esely says by early 2025, the commission will have a better idea of where the bids are going and what the future potential site for the MIAA tournament might be.

Commissioner Racy says Kansas City has made a bid to continue hosting the tournament.&nbsp; Topeka is also in the running

By MATT PIKE St. Joseph Post Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City has been the home of the MIAA basketball championships since 2003, but with an expiring lease could the tourney find a new home? MIAA Commissioner Mike Racy says the conference is exploring the possibility of a new home when their lease expires in 2026. One possible location is right here in St. Joseph. Director of the St. Joseph Sports Commision Brett Esely says St Joseph has put in a bid and he's grateful and humbled to have this opportunity. "I think the bid opportunity was open to any destination that wanted to get involved," Esely tells KFEQ/St. Joseph Post. "But you know like everything, I do think there are some destinations that the MIAA had hoped would get involved, and I certainly think St. Joseph was one of those, there's a lot that has to transpire over the next several weeks and months." The commissioner said during MIAA basketball media days earlier this month that St. Joseph was one of three locations being considered. &nbsp;Esely says these days championship events are seeking an environment that fits the event, and believes Civic Arena fits the MIAA tournament. "Whether you've seen one event in Civic Arena over time or tens of hundreds, I think what people notice is it's a great place to play, it's a great place to see an event, the fans are right on top of you," Esely explains. "And when you look at the atmosphere you're trying to create for an athletic competition, where it involves student athletes and coaches and trying to create a memorable experience, the arena's elements really set up for that." Civic Arena has undergone mass improvements over the last few years and will be getting a new paint job through this fall. Esely says the economic impact for an event like this could be off the charts "Knowing that fans are used to coming to the championship, if it did relocate to St. Joseph whereas the travel is a little bit different, it's still the same part of the MIAA footprint," Esely says. "And I think as it relates to downtown St. Joseph and looking at things that are already going on down there." Esely cites the new Children's Discovery Center which will open in December, as well as all the downtown businesses that could host 15 to 18 alumni groups that provides limitless potential Esely says events like this thrive best in communities that understand them the best. "And that's what I've always preached about St. Joseph, is we understand the event, we understand whose coming, we understand the type of big deal it is, and that's all that event owners and guests can ask for when they come, is hey we're coming to town for a big time event and the community's rolled out the red carpet," Esely explains. "And we do that well, and I think this would be another great opportunity, if provided, to put our community on display." Esely says by early 2025, the commission will have a better idea of where the bids are going and what the future potential site for the MIAA tournament might be.Commissioner Racy says Kansas City has made a bid to continue hosting the tournament.&nbsp; Topeka is also in the runningYou can follow Matt on X @KfeqMatt and St. Joseph Post @StJosephPost.

St. Joseph is in mix for MIAA basketball tournament

In a rematch of last year's epic Super Bowl, it was the Kansas City Chiefs who came out on top again over the San Francisco 49ers at Levi Stadium, winning 28-18 and becoming the only team remaining across the NFL with an undefeated record.&nbsp;

Going into Week 7, the Chiefs and Minnesota Vikings were the only teams with an undefeated record.&nbsp; The Vikings fell to the Detroit Lions earlier in the day 31-29.&nbsp;

It was a sloppy day on offense for both quarterbacks in the matchup as both Patrick Mahomes and 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy threw no touchdowns and combined to throw five interceptions, but both teams found success in the running game.&nbsp;

After Anders Carlson, the third kicker of the year for the 49ers, put San Francisco up late in the first quarter with a 55 yard field goal, the Chiefs answered on the next drive early into the second quarter, Kareem Hunt scoring his second touchdown of the season on a one yard rush.&nbsp; Later in the quarter Hunt found the endzone again, this time on a six yard rush, putting Kansas City ahead 14-3 with 6:45 left in the half.&nbsp;

After both teams traded punts, the 49ers put together a nine play drive with 1:39 remaining, ending the first half with another field goal from 24 yards away, sending San Francisco to the locker room at the halftime break trailing 14-6.&nbsp;

The 49ers drew even closer scoring the lone touchdown of the third quarter after their defense picked off Mahomes, putting together a seven play drive that resulted in Purdy scoring with his legs rushing in from one yard out, however Carlson missed the extra point leaving San Francisco down by two points.&nbsp;

After a three and out by the Chiefs in the quarter, Purdy threw his second interception of the game to rookie&nbsp;Christian Roland-Wallace, who got some snaps in place of the injured Jaylen Watson, for the undrafted rookies first career interception.&nbsp; Kansas City went on to get points off the turnover, a one yard rushing touchdown from Mahomes, on a 13 play drive that included the longest rushing play of Mahomes' career.

Head Coach Andy Reid did show some fear following the game that the injury to Watson, which was ruled an ankle injury, could be long term.&nbsp;

“We’ll see what the MRI says, but I don’t think that’s going to be great news,” Reid said.

Following the rushing touchdown by Mahomes, Purdy threw another interception on the next drive, again to a rookie as safety&nbsp;Jaden Hicks picked him off in the endzone, also for his first career interception, setting up Kansas City to drive 80 yards in 12 plays for a rushing touchdown from wide receiver Mecole Hardman, his first of the season.&nbsp;

Purdy rushed in for the final score of the game in the fourth quarter, again from one yard away, but the Chiefs recovered the onside kick and knelt out the remaining clock for the victory.&nbsp;

Mahomes was 16 of 27 passing for 154 yards with three interceptions, rushing five times for 39 yards and a score.&nbsp; Hunt rushed 22 times for 78 yards and two touchdowns, while tight end Noah Gray was the leading receiver with four catches for 66 yards.&nbsp;

Kansas City will stay on the road next week and will head to Las Vegas for another AFC West matchup this time with the Raiders.&nbsp; Kickoff will be at 3:25pm with a 2pm pregame.&nbsp; The game will air on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM) as well as Q Country 92.7.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729480860581.jpeg" alt="Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) barrels his way through a defender for a touchdown in the fourth quarter of a 28-18 win over the 49ers/ Photo courtesy of BBQ Chiefs on X" />
 <figcaption>Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) barrels his way through a defender for a touchdown in the fourth quarter of a 28-18 win over the 49ers/ Photo courtesy of BBQ Chiefs on X</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostIn a rematch of last year's epic Super Bowl, it was the Kansas City Chiefs who came out on top again over the San Francisco 49ers at Levi Stadium, winning 28-18 and becoming the only team remaining across the NFL with an undefeated record.&nbsp;Going into Week 7, the Chiefs and Minnesota Vikings were the only teams with an undefeated record.&nbsp; The Vikings fell to the Detroit Lions earlier in the day 31-29.&nbsp;It was a sloppy day on offense for both quarterbacks in the matchup as both Patrick Mahomes and 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy threw no touchdowns and combined to throw five interceptions, but both teams found success in the running game.&nbsp;After Anders Carlson, the third kicker of the year for the 49ers, put San Francisco up late in the first quarter with a 55 yard field goal, the Chiefs answered on the next drive early into the second quarter, Kareem Hunt scoring his second touchdown of the season on a one yard rush.&nbsp; Later in the quarter Hunt found the endzone again, this time on a six yard rush, putting Kansas City ahead 14-3 with 6:45 left in the half.&nbsp;After both teams traded punts, the 49ers put together a nine play drive with 1:39 remaining, ending the first half with another field goal from 24 yards away, sending San Francisco to the locker room at the halftime break trailing 14-6.&nbsp;The 49ers drew even closer scoring the lone touchdown of the third quarter after their defense picked off Mahomes, putting together a seven play drive that resulted in Purdy scoring with his legs rushing in from one yard out, however Carlson missed the extra point leaving San Francisco down by two points.&nbsp;After a three and out by the Chiefs in the quarter, Purdy threw his second interception of the game to rookie&nbsp;Christian Roland-Wallace, who got some snaps in place of the injured Jaylen Watson, for the undrafted rookies first career interception.&nbsp; Kansas City went on to get points off the turnover, a one yard rushing touchdown from Mahomes, on a 13 play drive that included the longest rushing play of Mahomes' career.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">PUMP FAKE PATRICK 🤯 <a href="https://t.co/A3u7STewfN">pic.twitter.com/A3u7STewfN</a>&mdash; Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) <a href="https://twitter.com/Chiefs/status/1848132793546805519?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 20, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Head Coach Andy Reid did show some fear following the game that the injury to Watson, which was ruled an ankle injury, could be long term.&nbsp;“We’ll see what the MRI says, but I don’t think that’s going to be great news,” Reid said.Following the rushing touchdown by Mahomes, Purdy threw another interception on the next drive, again to a rookie as safety&nbsp;Jaden Hicks picked him off in the endzone, also for his first career interception, setting up Kansas City to drive 80 yards in 12 plays for a rushing touchdown from wide receiver Mecole Hardman, his first of the season.&nbsp;Purdy rushed in for the final score of the game in the fourth quarter, again from one yard away, but the Chiefs recovered the onside kick and knelt out the remaining clock for the victory.&nbsp;Mahomes was 16 of 27 passing for 154 yards with three interceptions, rushing five times for 39 yards and a score.&nbsp; Hunt rushed 22 times for 78 yards and two touchdowns, while tight end Noah Gray was the leading receiver with four catches for 66 yards.&nbsp;Kansas City will stay on the road next week and will head to Las Vegas for another AFC West matchup this time with the Raiders.&nbsp; Kickoff will be at 3:25pm with a 2pm pregame.&nbsp; The game will air on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM) as well as Q Country 92.7.

Chiefs lone unbeaten team in NFL after 28-18 win over 49ers in Super Bowl 58 rematch

Cook comes back and helps Missouri score Homecoming win

#19 Missouri quarterback Brady Cook returned from a midgame trip to the hospital to have an MRI exam on his ailing ankle and led his team to two fourth-quarter touchdowns, including the go-ahead run by Jamal Roberts with 46 seconds remaining that gave the Tigers a 21-17 victory over Auburn on Saturday.

Cook was hurt on the opening series and did not return until late in the third quarter, after his hospital trip and a session in the nearby indoor practice facility, where Missouri coaches wanted to see whether his ankle could properly function.

Without Cook to lead the offense, it was slow to get going, but luckily it was the same for Auburn as the teams went to the halftime break tied at three, Mizzou getting a 51 yard field goal from Blake Craig, and Auburn kicker&nbsp;Towns McGough hitting a 33 yard field goal.&nbsp;

Auburn took advantage of the lack of offense from Mizzou in the second half, scoring 14 unanswered points before Craig knocked through a 38 yard field goal in the third quarter.&nbsp; At the end of the quarter though, it was a homecoming miracle for Mizzou, as Cook came back into the huddle to lead the offense down the field, connecting with Mookie Cooper on a 78 yard pass, before Marcus Carroll rushed the ball in from two yards out.&nbsp; Cook rushed in for a two point conversion to bring the Tigers within three points.&nbsp;

After both teams exchanged punts over the next five drives, Mizzou put together the longest drive of the game, using 17 plays to go 95 yards before Roberts scored the go ahead touchdown with 46 seconds left on the clock.&nbsp; With no timeouts, Auburn went four and out, allowing Cook to kneel out the remaining time.&nbsp;

Despite not playing most of the game, Cook was the leading passer going 11 of 22 through the air for 194 yards.&nbsp; Carroll was the leading rusher with eight runs for 40 yards.&nbsp; Cooper had two catches for 84 yards, while Theo Wease Jr had four catches for 56 yards.&nbsp;

Missouri returns to the road to face #7 Alabama on&nbsp; Saturday. Kickoff time has yet to be announced by the SEC.&nbsp;

Late UNK field goal spoils Homecoming for Missouri Western

Missouri Western football lost a back-and-forth battle with Nebraska-Kearney at Spratt Stadium on Saturday, as the Lopers rallied from a nine-point deficit in the fourth quarter and stunned the Griffons, 24-23, on Missouri Western's Homecoming.

Nebraska-Kearney's Kyle Failing connected on a 33-yard field goal with two seconds remaining to give the Lopers a win. Nebraska-Kearney, down 23-21 with 2:32 remaining, drove 69 yards on 11 plays on the final drive to get within field goal range.

Saturday's game started out in topsy-turvy fashion. Nebraska-Kearney got the ball to start the game, but on the very first play from scrimmage, quarterback Reagan Jones was blindsided by Missouri Western's Grant Finley, which resulted in a fumble. The fumble was recovered by Brandon Johnson.

On the very next play, MWSU quarterback Branden Berwald completed a pass for 16 yards to Tyler Carey, who fumbled the ball at the goal line, but then recovered his own fumble in the endzone for a touchdown. The ensuing point-after attempt, however, missed off the upright.

That's how it got started. 6-0 Missouri Western in the first 17 seconds.

The Lopers took the lead back later in the quarter though, as former Missouri Western quarterback Reagan Jones rushed for a nine yard touchdown.&nbsp; The Griffons took the lead back in the second quarter on a rushing score of their own, a one yard rushing touchdown by Ison Robinson, and used Carey to score a two point conversion.&nbsp;

After Nebraska Kearney scored a touchdown to tie up the game, a 25 yard passing touchdown from Jones to Stephen Lewis, the Griffons took the lead near the end of the first half, a 37 yard field goal from Cody Watson giving Missouri Western a 17-14 halftime lead.&nbsp;