The Central Missouri State Mules failed to take advantage of five turnovers by the host Mavericks of Minnesota State-Mankato during their season opening 23-14 loss Thursday night.  Eric Czerniewski tossed a pair of touchdown passes and John Samia had two interceptions.  The Mules will return to action on Saturday, Sept. 8th, with their home opener against Concordia-St. Paul at 1:30 p.m.