(This story was updated to include a statement from Missouri athletics.)

Kickoff time for Missouri football’s game against Louisiana this upcoming Saturday has been moved forward three hours.

The Week 3 game between the Tigers and the Ragin’ Cajuns will now kick off at noon CDT in Columbia, a source confirmed to the Columbia Daily Tribune.

The game previously had been scheduled for a 3 p.m. kickoff time. The change in plans was first reported by PowerMizzou and 247Sports, and it is due to the likelihood of high temperatures in Columbia on Saturday.

The Weather Channel forecast shows highs of 96 degrees on Saturday, with temperatures set to peak at the previously planned kickoff time. Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now.

With the new start time, temp

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