Though Week 2 of the college football season features its share of tune-up games for big-name brands, there is still plenty of meat on the bone as the new campaign continues revving up. The slate is highlighted by a handful of nonconference battles that will carry long-term implications.

Headlining the action is a ranked matchup between No. 14 Michigan and No. 18 Oklahoma as the two marquee brands meet for the first time since 1976 and for the first time in the regular season. The winner's College Football Playoff chances will receive a significant jolt while the loser will be left with little margin for error.

No. 7 Oregon also has a nonconference opportunity as the Ducks welcome Oklahoma State to Autzen Stadium for an afternoon showdown on CBS. Oregon is light on returning pr

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