Week 3 college football viewer's guide: It's LSU vs. Ole Miss, and then everything else

The week's biggest matchup in college football is set to take place between LSU and Ole Miss. Both teams are currently 2-0, but the loser of their Saturday night game won't be eliminated from College Football Playoff contention. A trip to the SEC title game remains a more likely outcome.

In other matchups worth watching, No. 22 Houston will face No. 13 Texas Tech. The two teams have already played once this season, with Houston winning 33-20 in Week 1 and Texas Tech winning 35-24 in Week 2. The winner of this game will have a significant advantage in the race for the Big 12 title game.

Oregon State quarterback Braden Atkinson threw for 413 yards against Texas Tech in Week 1, while Texas Tech's Will Hammond has thrown for 487 yards so far this season. If Houston's defense is shaky, Houston quarterback Conner Weigman could exploit it.

The North Carolina vs. Clemson game could be a crucial ACC title game. A North Carolina win would be a significant victory for Bill Belichick's team, while a Clemson loss would deal a blow to Dabo Swinney's program. Clemson will be relying on true freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds, who has shown promise in limited playing time.

Louisville and SMU will play against each other next. Both teams have had success against FCS opponents this season, with Louisville running the ball effectively and SMU having some issues with turnovers. Florida State, Florida Atlantic, and Campbell have all been on the schedule for these teams.

Finally, the much-anticipated LSU vs. Ole Miss game is set to take place. With the atmosphere described as "hostile," both teams are expected to be particularly amped up. LSU's edge rusher Princewill Umanmielen is involved in a lawsuit related to his transfer to LSU, adding to the tension. LSU's Dilin Jones has emerged as their leading back through the first two weeks of the season.