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Matter's SEC Picks: Can the Chippewas challenge Mizzou?

Ben Frederickson and Dave Matter preview Mizzou’s season opener against Central Michigan

COLUMBIA, Mo. - College football is back in our lives, which also means every Friday we deliver our picks right here in our cozy corner of the Internet. We'll tackle every Southeastern Conference game and a few more from around the country that tickle our fancy. As always, follow these picks at your own risk.

Central Michigan at Missouri

Series: First meeting

Kickoff: 3 p.m., SEC Network

Line: Missouri by 14

Matter’s Pick: It seems unlikely Central Michigan’s Jim McElwain will be coaching this game after undergoing an appendectomy just two days ago.