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Derek Jeter as Michigan's honorary captain—Is this the boost they need to crush Texas?

A much-talked-about game between Michigan and Texas is on the go. Additionally, FOX’s “Big Noon Kickoff” and ESPN’s hit show “College GameDay” have come to town for the 2024 season. The entire week has been buzzing with news of the game between No. 9 Michigan and No. 3 Texas, which is finally unfolding at the big house. Many celebrities have stepped in to watch this game live, including famous actor Matthew McConaughey, who, being a Texas supporter, takes a jab at Derek Jeter.

A die-hard football fan, Matthew McConaughey, shared a special video to cheer up Michigan Wolverines’ honorary captain Derek Jeter right before the game between Texas and Michigan. In the video, he said, “I don’t know if I’m going to be making live on your show, but I’m open on a train; I’m open on a boat than jogging on the last eighteen miles. Now be there by game time. I hope this is going to be a long day for you. Big Blue is back in the game. Humorously, Superstar McConaughey delivered his excitement to watch the most anticipated game of the season.

“Jeter, I hope today is going to be a long day for your Big Blue.” 👀🤣@McConaughey shared a special message to @derekjeter ahead of kickoff between @Texasfootball and Michigan ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/aXa0HfFkx9

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— Big Noon Kickoff (@BNKonFOX) September 7, 2024

Matthew McConaughey was on his way when he shared the video, and right now, he’s sitting with his Texas squad at the big house to cheer up his favorite team. Texas opened the season with their solid 52-0 win over Colorado State. Quarterback Quin Ewers led the team to its win, throwing 260 yards with three touchdowns and one interception. On the other hand, Michigan started the season with a 30-10 victory over Fresno State. However, despite winning, analysts heavily criticized them. Michigan team was practicing hard for today’s game against Texas. Besides that, let’s look at the other big names coming straight out of the stadium.

Who is there along with Derek Jeter?

Rob Stone is hosting this show while sitting with big football names such as Mark Ingram, Matt Leinart, Brady Quinn, and Urban Meyer. Besides the Baseball Hall of Fame, Derek Jeter also joined them as a guest. “Big Noon Kickoff” features the presence of former NFL sensations, Charles Woodson, Chris Webber, and Cooper Manning. Besides that, Tom Brady, the goat, is also in town for the game.

Besides that, the game is running in fifth gear, with both teams on high energy. Apart from that, let us know your thoughts on this historic game. Do you think Michigan will steal the show and Michigan fans will sleep in peace, finally recovering from the Rose Bowl defeat against Texas in 2005? Or Texas just easily sweeps away, winning the title.