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Big 12 Steps up in Week 2 with Seven Matchups Against the Big Ten, SEC and ACC
Seven Big 12 teams face power-conference opponents after a Week 1 filled with blowout wins, testing the league’s playoff resume.
The Big 12 enters a pivotal weekend with seven head-to-head matchups against the SEC, Big Ten, and Atlantic Coast Conference, marking a significant step up in competition after lopsided Week 1 blowouts.
League leaders prioritize these games after the Big 12 failed to secure any at-large bids for the College Football Playoff last year, while the SEC, Big Ten, and Atlantic Coast Conference claimed all spots.
Kansas coach Lance Leipold prepares for the Border War against Missouri, noting "it's going to be a lot different test Friday night," as the Jayhawks seek redemption after last season's lopsided loss to the Tigers.
Elsewhere, Utah faces Arkansas following its 66-14 win over Idaho, while UCF meets Pittsburgh and Oklahoma State travels to Oregon after losing to Tulsa.
First-Year Oklahoma State coach Eric Morris said, "It's on me to get us back collectively and regroup," while Kansas State debuts new coach Collin Klein following a 71-3 rout of Nicholls.