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Missouri Turns Down Chance To Play In A Bowl Game

Monday, Nov 30, 2015 5:30 pm

Matt Lombardi

At the moment, there are 75 bowl-eligible teams in college football, yet spots for teams in 40 bowl games. That means that a number of programs with 5-7 records are getting the chance to participate in the postseason. How will those teams be picked? Based on APR rates – highest to lowest. Nebraska, Missouri and Kansas State are first in line, according to ESPN’s Brett McMurphy.

With up to 5 losing teams needed, bowls will be filled based on highest APRs. In order: Nebraska, Mizzou, KSU, Minnesota/SJSU, Illinois/Rice

— Brett McMurphy (@McMurphyESPN) November 30, 2015

However, Missouri has already officially declined the opportunity.