POSTGAME RECAP: Highlights and reaction from the MSU Bears XBOX Bowl game

Despite three fourth-quarter touchdowns from senior quarterback Jacob Clark, Missouri State falls in the inaugural XBOX Bowl 34-28.

“Alright coach, you just got handed the trophy of the inaugural Xbox bowl by Master Chief, how does it feel?”

Last night was the first Xbox Bowl, with Arkansas State taking the trophy, presented by Halo’s Master Chief, over Missouri State. Every player received a free ROG Xbox Ally handheld ahead of the game,

Master Chief Drives Warthog Onto Football Field, Performs Coin Toss At Xbox Bowl

As for the actual trophy for the champions, Master Chief was driven to midfield in a Warthog to present Arkansas State with the trophy, which took the form of an Rog Xbox Ally strapped onto a football-shaped piece of metal with the Xbox logo on it.

Missouri State football showcased its character in Xbox Bowl comeback bid

Missouri State had plenty of chances to lie down after it fell behind 31-7. That's now how these Bears operated in a special 2025 season.

Missouri State Hires ACC Offensive Coordinator As Coach Hours Before Xbox Bowl

However, Beard's old role reportedly will not stay vacant for long. Missouri State is naming SMU offensive coordinator Casey Woods its next coach on a five-year contract, according to a Thursday afternoon report from Pete Thamel of ESPN.
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Fans push to establish ARMOgeddon Rivalry game as Arkansas State and Missouri State gear up for Xbox Bowl

The unique trophies for the Xbox Bowl aren’t the only ones on the line for the Red Wolves and Bears. A group of fans from both Arkansas State and Missouri State created their own hardware for the game,

Missouri State QB frustrated over bowl opt outs after Xbox Bowl loss

Missouri State's offensive line was a shell of itself in its Xbox Bowl appearance. Bowl opt outs was a big reason why.
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