College football programs prepare for key matchups entering the second week

College football teams across the country prepare for Week 2 following season openers. The Missouri Tigers meet the Kansas Jayhawks in a Friday Border War matchup. Michigan looks to recover from an offensive struggle against Western Michigan as it hosts Oklahoma. Meanwhile, Oklahoma State faces Oregon, and Army prepares to host South Florida after a high-scoring victory over Bryant. In other notable contests, UCF travels to face Pitt, and Alabama prepares to visit Kentucky. Kentucky coach Will Stein has encouraged fans to create a hostile environment at home for the visiting Crimson Tide. Coaches have balanced game preparation with roster adjustments, including the return of players like Cayden Green for Missouri. The slate of games continues the early season schedule as programs look to establish momentum before conference play intensifies.

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