Power 5 matchups highlight college football Week 2 schedule

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Power 5 matchups highlight college football Week 2 schedule
Summary

College football's Week 2 features several Power 5 matchups, with notable games scheduled for September 12. Ohio State faces Texas in a high-profile clash, while Iowa meets Iowa State in an intrastate rivalry. Mississippi State takes on Minnesota, presenting a contrasting style of play. Additional games include Maryland at UConn and Rutgers at Boston College, as teams look to build momentum following Week 1. Northwestern takes a bye week after their previous loss.

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  • Ohio State plays Texas on September 12 at 6:30 PM.
  • Iowa faces Iowa State, also on September 12 at 6:30 PM.
  • Mississippi State competes against Minnesota at 2:30 PM on September 12.
  • Northwestern is on a bye after a challenging Week 1.
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Big Ten-SEC narratives abound in Week 2. This is, of course, the week of Power 5 matchups across the Big Ten as well as a VERY timely rest break for a team who really earned it in Week 1. Technically, the Best — Don’t Watch This Ohio State Buckeyes at Texas LonghornsSaturday, Sept. 12 | […]

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