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Story summary
- Missouri State head coach Ryan Beard, a WKU alum, aims to defeat his alma mater Saturday.
- Beard's coaching staff features several WKU graduates, heightening the rivalry's intensity.
- The Bears are 2-2 in their first FBS season, seeking to prove themselves in Conference USA.
- Louisville head coach Jeff Brohm, praised for offense, faces Pitt; both programs report injury concerns.
