Missouri State Edges Kennesaw State With Late Field Goal
A 20-yard kick as time expired secured a narrow 24-21 victory for Missouri State in Springfield.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Football
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Missouri State defeated Kennesaw State 24-21 after Yousef Obeid successfully kicked a 20-yard field goal as time expired. The game-winning drive for the Bears covered 68 yards over 12 plays.
Why it matters
The victory provides a critical result for Missouri State, which improved to a 2-4 record this season. Meanwhile, the loss extends Kennesaw State’s losing streak to five consecutive games as they fall to a 1-5 overall record.
Henry Belin IV threw for 300 passing yards on 28-of-39 completions, while Rickie Collins recorded 260 passing yards on 27-of-35 attempts. Both Isaiah Myers and Dylan Gary tallied 135 receiving yards in the contest.
The players
Henry Belin IV
He is a quarterback for Missouri State who recorded 300 passing yards in the game.
Isaiah Myers
He is a wide receiver for Missouri State who contributed two touchdowns and 135 receiving yards.
Yousef Obeid
He is a placekicker for Missouri State who successfully kicked the game-winning 20-yard field goal.
Rickie Collins
He is a quarterback for Kennesaw State who threw for 260 yards during the matchup.
Dylan Gary
He is a wide receiver for Kennesaw State who tallied 10 receptions for 135 yards in the loss.
The details
Missouri State initiated their final scoring drive with 6:06 remaining in regulation to set up the winning attempt. Isaiah Myers led the Bears' offensive effort by hauling in seven catches, including two for touchdowns.
Timeline
Oct. 15, 2026: Missouri State defeated Kennesaw State.
Oct. 20, 2026: Missouri State plays at Delaware.
Oct. 22, 2026: Kennesaw State hosts Liberty.
Season Trajectory
This win alters the mid-season narrative for Missouri State as they look to build momentum after a 2-4 start. Conversely, the result deepens the struggles for Kennesaw State, which must now attempt to break a five-game losing streak.
The result leaves Kennesaw State winless in their last five outings and facing a difficult turnaround before their next game against Liberty. Missouri State fans will look to see if the passing efficiency of Henry Belin IV continues in the upcoming road game against Delaware.
The takeaway
Close games in this league are often decided by efficient two-minute drills and reliable kicking performances. Teams that maintain poise during final drives consistently find themselves on the winning side of one-score outcomes.
What happens next
Missouri State will play at Delaware on Oct. 20, 2026, while Kennesaw State is scheduled to host Liberty on Oct. 22, 2026.
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