Dec 30, 2024; Nashville, TN, USA; Missouri Tigers mascot Truman dances of the sideline against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Mizzou's Truman the Tiger to be Added to EA's College Football 26: The Buzz, Tuesday, June 24, 2025.

Originally posted on Missouri Tigers on SI
By Killian Wright | Last updated Jun 24, 2025 1:00 AM ET

Missouri's beloved mascot, Truman the Tiger, is set to make his EA College Football video game debut, in the newest edition of the game releasing on July 10. Truman is one of 37 mascots to miss the cut in EA College Football 25 that will appear in EA College Football 26, including Missouri rivals Big Jay (Kansas Jayhawks) and Big Red (Arkansas Razorbacks).

"Mascots are more than just characters in costumes; they symbolize school pride, rallying fans and players alike," EA College Football 26's column reads. "Each mascot has been thoughtfully designed to reflect the spirit of their school, ensuring they feel real and authentic."

Missouri had been known as the Tigers for years, but Truman's first official appearance was during a Missouri-Utah State football game in 1986. He was originally designed by the trio of Jack Lengyel, Dick Tamburo and Joe Castiglione. Truman the Tiger has been named Best Mascot in the Nation twice, once in 2004, and a second time in 2014.

Did you notice?

Missouri football extends offer to 2027 offensive lineman DaJohn Yarborough. He holds offers from Alabama, Nebraska and Florida State. The Minneapolis native stands at 6-foot-5, 330 lbs.

After a great phone call I am blessed to receive an offer From The University of Missouri !! Thank you!! @CoachJonesB @AndyBelluomini @CoachDrinkwitz @STARSMP1 @OJW_Scouting @AllenTrieu @adamgorney @GregSmithRivals @ChadSimmons_ @TomLoy247 pic.twitter.com/9GzHBuEO6H
— Dajohn Yarborough (@DajohnYarboroug) June 23, 2025

Missouri basketball offers class of 2029 guard Bronx Ganaway. The 6-foot-7 Boonville native currently plays for KC Run GMC, an AAU program that both Tamar Bates and Mark Mitchell played for before their collegiate careers.

After an amazing conversation with Coach Gates, I’m blessed and honored to receive My first Division 1 offer from the University of Missouri. pic.twitter.com/ufTSpyJwju
— Bronx Ganaway (@BronxGanaway) June 23, 2025

Missouri women's basketball head coach Kellie Harper continues her series breaking down each Tiger's skillsets. The latest post details rising sophomore guard Chloe Sotell, who averaged 10.6 points per game in her freshman season at Pepperdine.

Chloe Sotell is ready to put her work in EFFECT ‼️

Take a look behind Chloe’s X’s & O’s with coach! #MIZ x #OurZou pic.twitter.com/43r4joQL26
— Mizzou Basketball (@MizzouWBB) June 23, 2025

Countdown to Mizzou Football's 2025 Football Season Opener:

63 days.

Mizzou Quote of the Day

“The family feel of the volleyball program specifically is what took me to Mizzou. And not to mention, I would get to train under Deng Yang, who is a very successful setter/player and coach that played at the highest level in China. I knew under her guidance, I could become the best setter I could possibly be.”Lindsey Hunter James