College football Week 2 schedule brings pressure for Texas, Michigan
USA Today • • sports
Key Points:
- Texas coach Steve Sarkisian faces a must-win game against No. 1 Ohio State to keep the Longhorns' College Football Playoff hopes alive, especially given their tough upcoming SEC schedule and high program expectations.
- Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood is under intense pressure to improve after a shaky start, with inconsistent performances raising questions about his future as the starter ahead of a key game against No. 10 Oklahoma.
- Oklahoma's playoff chances depend heavily on their offense performing well against Michigan's strong defense, despite having built an elite defense under coordinator Brent Venables.
- Ohio State offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, a former NFL head coach, has impressed early with a high-powered offense, but his system will face a stern test from Texas’ improved defense this weekend.
- Clemson is under significant pressure to rebound from a heavy loss to LSU, with uncertainty surrounding quarterback play and potential early-season personnel changes highlighting deeper roster management issues.
