The University of Missouri  will face off against the U.S. Naval Academy at this year's Texas Bowl at Reliant Stadium.

Missouri is expected to bring a large crowd since 31 native Texans, including all-stars Sean Weatherspoon and Danario Alexander, will be coming home for the big game. But Navy has a large national following and is expected to have a lot of supporters rooting for them.

Mizzou finished second in the Big 12 North, while the Naval Academy posted an 8-4 record.

We can't imagine a better kick-start to New Year's Eve festivities than cheering on the alma mater of two of our CultureMappers, who are unabashed Tiger fans. M-I-Z!!