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Griffon football struggled in season opener to Central Arkansas amid COVID complications

Missouri Western football (0-1) fell in its first game of the 2020 season to FCS Division I opponent Central Arkansas (4-4) 52-10.

Posted: Nov 2, 2020 12:50 AM

CONWAY, Ark. - Missouri Western football (0-1) fell in its first game of the 2020 season to FCS Division I opponent Central Arkansas (4-4) 52-10.

The Griffons entered Saturday's opener without three of their five defensive coaches, including defensive coordinator Justin Richter, all who were quarantined due to COVID-19 protocols.

The Griffons will return to Spratt Stadium for their home opener on Saturday, November 7 against Pittsburg State at 3:00 pm.

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