This week features several pivotal high school and college football matchups with potential postseason implications. In high school, Woodland, with an 8-0 record, is set to host Ketchum, while Tonkawa faces Pawnee in a significant district contest. On the college front, the Indiana Hoosiers, a surprising 8-0 team under head coach Curt Cignetti, will challenge Michigan State in a crucial Big Ten road game, with quarterback Kurtis Rourke expected to play a key role. College towns are becoming travel destinations, with increased interest in game-day experiences driving up hotel demand and special flights, highlighted by fans attending games like the Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin. Additionally, the Florida-Georgia rivalry game in Jacksonville stands out for its storied history and memorable moments among fans and media alike. The Big 12 Conference has expanded and now includes teams from diverse locations like Tucson, Arizona, offering fans a mix of cultural and historic experiences.