Blue Tigers Open 2026 With a 27-11 Victory Over Central Methodist

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Antwon McKay, Jr. threw two touchdown passes, Kantrell Jordan and Leonard Butler IV each had rushing scores and the Blue Tiger defense forced three turnovers as the Lincoln football team began its 2026 season with a 27-11 victory over Central Methodist on Saturday night (Aug. 29). During the opening quarter, Christian Harris blocked a Central Methodist punt and Isaiah Franklin recovered the ball at the CMU 11 to set up Lincoln’s first touchdown, as Butler raced into the end zone on the first play of the ensuing drive. In the second period, Shakim Atkinson, Jr. caught…