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Bonjour from Columbia, Mo., where we’ve got just over two hours until kickoff. It’s an interesting atmosphere here … lots and lots of tailgating, lots of Chase Daniel jerseys.

Given the multi-colored trees, it’s crazy that it’s so warm outside. Looks like fall but feels like summer. But I think by kick it’s going to be a crisp, fall football evening. Now if it would just hurry up and get here.

by andrea cohen