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This week is a massive opportunity for the Big 12 to prove its strength on a national level, with a number of high-profile, non-conference matchups. Unlike Week 0, which featured an intra-conference game, Week 1 is all about statement games.

Here's a breakdown of why this is such a big week for the conference:

Marquee Power Four Matchups: The Big 12 has several games against top teams from other Power Four conferences. These games are crucial for the conference's College Football Playoff aspirations, as a strong showing could give multiple teams a boost in their strength of schedule. The most notable games are:

Cincinnati vs. Nebraska (in Kansas City): This is a huge neutral-site game and a chance for Cincinnati to make a statement against a rebuilding Big Ten program.

Baylor vs. Auburn: A classic Big 12 vs. SEC matchup. A win for Baylor at home would be a massive resume booster.

Colorado vs. Georgia Tech: Deion Sanders' team will have the national spotlight on them as they host an ACC opponent.

TCU vs. UNC: The Horned Frogs head to Chapel Hill to face a UNC team with a new coaching staff and a chance to make an early-season statement.

Key Quarterback Debuts: Several teams are debuting new quarterbacks or seeing new starters in their first full game. The performances of these players will be a major story to watch and could set the tone for the rest of the season.

West Virginia vs. Robert Morris: This will be our first look at West Virginia's quarterback after a hard-fought battle in fall camp.

BYU vs. Portland State: True freshman Bear Bachmeier will make his highly anticipated debut as the Cougars' starter.

Oklahoma State vs. UT Martin: This will be a chance to see how the Cowboys' new-look offense performs under pressure.

New Conference Members in Action: This is the first full week where all the new Big 12 members are in action. It's an opportunity for them to showcase their talent and prove they belong in the new-look conference. Arizona, Arizona State, and Utah will all be in action with non-conference games.

This isn't just a week of football; it's a showcase for the depth and competitiveness of the new-look Big 12. The outcomes of these games will have significant implications for how the conference is viewed for the rest of the season.

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