Colorado-Nebraska was a notable rivalry in the past, transitioning from the Big Eight to the Big 12. After taking a break during conference realignment, the two teams are now back facing each other with Colorado back in the Big 12. Fans are adjusting to the reshuffled conference landscape, often questioning which conference teams belong to each week.
The upcoming game between Baylor and No. 11 Utah is a nonconference matchup despite both teams being in the Big 12. The game was already scheduled as the back end of a home-and-home series before Utah’s conference switch.
In another anticipated game, Colorado will compete against Nebraska, projecting a pivotal moment for the teams as they aim to revive their former conference rivalry. Despite their current unranked status, the game is expected to be one of the most captivating in Week 2 of college football.
Several other thrilling matchups are set to take place, including No. 3 Texas facing No. 10 Michigan, No. 14 Tennessee against No. 24 NC State, and Boise State challenging No. 7 Oregon. The games present opportunities for both established and potential contenders to make their mark this season.
Ranked teams like No. 2 Ohio State, No. 4 Alabama, No. 5 Notre Dame, No. 6 Mississippi, and many others are gearing up to showcase their prowess against FBS opponents this week.
Fans and enthusiasts can look forward to an exciting weekend of college football action across various conferences.
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Colorado and Nebraska face off in college football, marking a Big 12 versus Big Ten showdown
