SMU’s Jennings is making a name for himself with the Mustangs one win away from the ACC title game
4 months, 1 week ago

SMU’s Jennings is making a name for himself with the Mustangs one win away from the ACC title game

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Former Alabama coach Nick Saban repeatedly heaps praise on him during ESPN’s “College GameDay.” “I mean, Coach Saban talks about him every week, so it’s making it hard for him to be slept on,” SMU coach Rhett Lashlee said this week. “You think about when he gets one more offseason in the weight room, I think he’s going to really fill out even more,” Lashlee said. So, we’re still looking at everything throughout the week.” Missed connection The Cavaliers need to win one of their final two games to become bowl eligible. “And so I was like, ‘Oh, I’ve got to accelerate the process,’ because I thought I had another week and a half to kind of observe and make some more decisions.” Elliott said he hasn’t revisited the canceled game this week, but playing in a bowl is a focus and goal for this year’s team.

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SMU takes on Virginia Tech for conference matchup
1 month, 4 weeks ago

SMU takes on Virginia Tech for conference matchup

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! SMU Mustangs at Virginia Tech Hokies Blacksburg, Virginia; Wednesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Toibu Lawal and Virginia Tech host Kevin Miller and SMU in ACC action Wednesday. SMU averages 8.2 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.2 more makes per game than Virginia Tech …

Pitt stuns SMU with historic regulation comeback and 28-0 shutdown in third quarter
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pitt stuns SMU with historic regulation comeback and 28-0 shutdown in third quarter

New York Times  

In its first year in the ACC, SMU has already made NCAA history — but not in a good way. SMU blew a 32-point lead against Pitt in the teams’ first meeting, and failed to score in the third quarter as the Panthers stormed back for the largest Division I women’s basketball comeback in regulation. The 32-point comeback is tied …

SMU’s Lashlee hopes Mustangs’ mistake-filled performance won’t affect future playoff consideration
3 months, 1 week ago

SMU’s Lashlee hopes Mustangs’ mistake-filled performance won’t affect future playoff consideration

Associated Press  

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Rhett Lashlee knows deep down that this SMU team deserved a spot in the College Football Playoff, even if the Mustangs didn’t show it Saturday. “Maybe in the future, if we’re on the edge, we may not get the nod because of how we performed today,” Lashlee said. 12 SMU, the ACC runner-up and last at-large …

Penn State opens the College Football Playoff by steamrolling mistake-prone SMU in 38-10 rout
3 months, 1 week ago

Penn State opens the College Football Playoff by steamrolling mistake-prone SMU in 38-10 rout

The Independent  

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Penn State rolls past SMU in CFP opener
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3 months, 1 week ago

Penn State rolls past SMU in CFP opener

LA Times  

Penn State linebacker Dominic DeLuca points to to fans as he celebrates an interception return for a touchdown against SMU on Saturday in a College Football Playoff first-round game. Dominic DeLuca and Tony Rojas returned interceptions for touchdowns and Penn State toyed with mistake-prone SMU in a 38-10 victory on Saturday in the opening round of the College Football Playoff. …

SMU to visit Penn State in opening CFP round with Boise State awaiting the winner in the Fiesta Bowl
3 months, 3 weeks ago

SMU to visit Penn State in opening CFP round with Boise State awaiting the winner in the Fiesta Bowl

Associated Press  

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — SMU had an anxious morning awaiting word from the College Football Playoff committee. SMU earned the CFP’s last at-large selection on Sunday and will open the College Football Playoff at Penn State on Dec. 21, with the winner moving on to face Boise State and electric running back Ashton Jeanty in the Dec. 31 Fiesta Bowl. “Brands …

No. 8 SMU falls short in comeback bid in the ACC title game. Now the Mustangs await CFP fate
3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 8 SMU falls short in comeback bid in the ACC title game. Now the Mustangs await CFP fate

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — SMU’s magical first run through the Atlantic Coast Conference included an unbeaten regular-season record and a spot Saturday night in the league championship game. SMU linebacker Ahmad Walker stood still amid the Tigers’ party, staring at the end zone where Hauser’s kick — a record length for the ACC championship game — had split the uprights as …

SMU vs. Alabama was an existential CFP question, and the committee chose the right answer
3 months, 3 weeks ago

SMU vs. Alabama was an existential CFP question, and the committee chose the right answer

New York Times  

It was all set up for another ACC heartbreak and another Alabama mulligan. “It’s a big deal for the survival of championship weekend.” Starting with SMU’s case: The 11-2 Mustangs were one of just two Power 4 teams to go undefeated in conference play, along with Oregon. Their two losses came by a combined six points to top-20 opponents in …

No. 18 Clemson needs to slow down SMU QB Kevin Jennings to win 9th ACC title game, secure CFP spot
3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 18 Clemson needs to slow down SMU QB Kevin Jennings to win 9th ACC title game, secure CFP spot

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Key matchup SMU QB Kevin Jennings vs. Clemson secondary: Jennings made his first start as SMU’s quarterback in last year’s American Athletic Conference championship game after Preston Stone broke his left leg in the regular-season finale. He’s also excelled with his running ability with six rushing …

No. 8 SMU looks to complete unbeaten run through ACC in conference title game vs. No. 18 Clemson
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 8 SMU looks to complete unbeaten run through ACC in conference title game vs. No. 18 Clemson

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! But I think we’ve been in this game two of the last three years.” If the Mustangs win they’ll likely wrap up a first-round bye in the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff. No Hurricanes Swinney said if the Tigers win the national title he’ll invite Syracuse …

No. 9 SMU beats Cal 38-6. Up next, the ACC title game in Mustangs’ 1st season in the conference
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4 months ago

No. 9 SMU beats Cal 38-6. Up next, the ACC title game in Mustangs’ 1st season in the conference

Live Mint  

DALLAS — Kevin Jennings threw for 225 yards and two touchdowns as ninth-ranked SMU completed a sweep of its first Atlantic Coast Conference schedule with a penalty-plagued 38-6 win over California on Saturday. The Mustangs were already locked into next week's championship game in their ACC debut before closing the regular season with their 17th consecutive win in a league …

No. 9 SMU kept champion mindset in move to ACC and is already in title game before finale vs. Cal
4 months ago

No. 9 SMU kept champion mindset in move to ACC and is already in title game before finale vs. Cal

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “So just having a reminder that we can do it.” After winning the American Athletic Conference title last year, the ninth-ranked Mustangs will now play in the ACC championship game — and maybe the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff — no matter what happens in their …

Jennings has 3 TDs as No. 13 SMU routs Virginia 33-7 to clinch a spot in the ACC title game
4 months, 1 week ago

Jennings has 3 TDs as No. 13 SMU routs Virginia 33-7 to clinch a spot in the ACC title game

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Kevin Jennings threw for a career-high 323 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another, and No. “I feel like just week by week, the game is getting slower for me.” SMU’s defense overwhelmed UVa’s offensive line, sacking Anthony Colandrea nine times and allowing the Cavaliers just 173 yards. “Against a guy who’s hard to tackle,” said …

SMU routs Virginia, clinches spot in ACC Championship Game
4 months, 1 week ago

SMU routs Virginia, clinches spot in ACC Championship Game

New York Times  

SMU is headed to the ACC Championship Game in its first season in the league. Its 7-0 ACC record is the best by a team jumping from a mid-major league to a power conference since at least 1978, according to SMU. The Mustangs beat Tulane to win the American Athletic Conference crown last year. The stakes are higher this year …

No. 13 SMU rewards Rhett Lashlee’s smashing ACC debut with contract extension
4 months, 1 week ago

No. 13 SMU rewards Rhett Lashlee’s smashing ACC debut with contract extension

Associated Press  

DALLAS — SMU and coach Rhett Lashlee have agreed on a contract extension with the No. 13 Mustangs on track for a trip to the Atlantic Coast Conference title game and possible playoff bid in their league debut. Then a nine-game home winning streak ended with a loss to BYU in SMU’s third game, although the Cougars won their first …

No. 13 SMU can get into ACC title game by winning at Virginia
4 months, 1 week ago

No. 13 SMU can get into ACC title game by winning at Virginia

Associated Press  

13 SMU vs. Virginia, Saturday, 12 p.m. EST BetMGM College Football Odds: SMU by 9 1/2. Key matchup Virginia’s Jonas Sanker has proven himself one of the nation’s top defensive backs this year, but the safety is going to be tested by SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings and the Mustangs’ wide receiver depth. SMU has had at least seven receivers catch …

ACC This Week: No. 13 SMU hopes to clinch spot in league title game at Virginia
4 months, 1 week ago

ACC This Week: No. 13 SMU hopes to clinch spot in league title game at Virginia

Associated Press  

Things to watch this week in the Atlantic Coast Conference: Game of the week No. 13 SMU at Virginia, Saturday, noon ET The Mustangs can clinch a berth in their first Atlantic Coast Conference championship game with a victory at Virginia. Virginia is looking to become bowl eligible for the first time since the 2019 season when it lost to …

No. 14 SMU moves closer to ACC title game by beating Boston College 38-28 for 7th win in a row
4 months, 2 weeks ago

No. 14 SMU moves closer to ACC title game by beating Boston College 38-28 for 7th win in a row

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Kevin Jennings threw for 298 yards and three touchdowns and Brashard Smith ran for 120 yards with a score as SMU beat Boston College 38-28 on Saturday, going ahead to stay after the Eagles had opened the second half with a touchdown. “We get preached on …

SMU Dominates Pitt, Remains Unbeatable in ACC Debut
4 months, 4 weeks ago

SMU Dominates Pitt, Remains Unbeatable in ACC Debut

Associated Press  

SMU dominates Pitt, maintaining their lead in the Atlantic Coast Conference standings. Brashard Smith shines with two rushing touchdowns and a spectacular tiptoe catch, while Kevin Jennings throws for 306 yards and two touchdowns. The Mustangs' defense remains impenetrable, holding Pitt to only 25 points in the first half. The outcome could have significant implications for the AP Top 25 …

SMU Returns to Campus for Crucial ACC Matchup Against No. 18 Pitt
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5 months ago

SMU Returns to Campus for Crucial ACC Matchup Against No. 18 Pitt

Associated Press  

SMU returns to action against No. 18 Pitt in a highly anticipated matchup. The Mustangs have been on a roll, winning their last 13 regular-season conference games and averaging 50.5 points over their last 12 home games. However, they will face a tough test against a Pitt team that is looking to bounce back after a disappointing season.

Unlikely Showdown: No. 18 Pitt Takes on No. 20 SMU in a Battle for ACC Domination
5 months ago

Unlikely Showdown: No. 18 Pitt Takes on No. 20 SMU in a Battle for ACC Domination

Associated Press  

No. 18 Pittsburgh and No. 20 SMU clash in an unexpected ACC matchup. The Panthers are looking to get their first win of the season, while the Mustangs have won all five games since Kevin Jennings took over as the starting quarterback. This is the first regular-season meeting between the schools since 1948.

SMU vs. Duke: Can the Mustangs keep their ACC title hopes alive?
5 months, 1 week ago

SMU vs. Duke: Can the Mustangs keep their ACC title hopes alive?

Associated Press  

No. 22 SMU and Duke face off in a crucial matchup for the ACC championship chase this weekend. The Blue Devils are looking to bounce back after a tough loss to Florida State last week, while the Mustangs are seeking their first ACC win since their first season. Both teams have strong offenses and defenses, making this a highly anticipated …

SMU Dominates Stanford in Thrilling Victory
5 months, 1 week ago

SMU Dominates Stanford in Thrilling Victory

Associated Press  

SMU dominated Stanford in the first quarter, with Kevin Jennings throwing three touchdown passes. The Mustangs went on to win 40-10, extending their winning streak to eight games. Despite the lopsided victory, there were several mistakes made by both teams, including fumbles, interceptions, and missed field goals. SMU will look to bounce back against Duke on Saturday night, while Stanford …

SMU Dominates No. 22 Louisville, Clinches Crucial Victory
5 months, 3 weeks ago

SMU Dominates No. 22 Louisville, Clinches Crucial Victory

Associated Press  

SMU emerges victorious against No. 22 Louisville, extending their winning streak to three games. Jennings shines with 281 passing yards and 113 rushing yards, securing the win with a last-minute touchdown. Louisville's offense struggles to find rhythm, ultimately falling short of securing a comeback victory.

SMU gets quick ACC validation as Cal, Stanford also try to find their way in new league
5 months, 4 weeks ago

SMU gets quick ACC validation as Cal, Stanford also try to find their way in new league

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! DALLAS — A giddy Eric Dickerson visited the SMU locker room after the Mustangs made their Atlantic Coast Conference debut with a thumping of defending league champion Florida State. “It’s hard to put into words in a short answer of all the things that this means …

SMU dominates struggling Florida State 42-16 to win its ACC debut
6 months ago

SMU dominates struggling Florida State 42-16 to win its ACC debut

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! DALLAS — Kevin Jennings passed for a career-high three touchdowns and Kobe Wilson returned one of three SMU interceptions 82 yards for a score as the Mustangs beat Florida State 42-16 on Saturday night before a sellout crowd in their ACC debut. DJ Uiagalelei was 12-for-30 …

BYU beats SMU 18-15 to end high-scoring ACC newcomer Mustangs’ 9-game win streak at home
6 months, 3 weeks ago

BYU beats SMU 18-15 to end high-scoring ACC newcomer Mustangs’ 9-game win streak at home

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! DALLAS — Will Ferrin kicked a 26-yard field goal with 1:58 left after BYU had two big fourth-down runs as the Cougars beat SMU 18-15 on Friday night, ending the Mustangs’ nine-game home winning streak. Mustangs coach Rhett Lashlee said his team didn’t do a good …

SMU rolls past Houston Christian 59-7 in 1st home game since joining ACC
7 months ago

SMU rolls past Houston Christian 59-7 in 1st home game since joining ACC

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! DALLAS — Brashard Smith ran for 108 yards and two touchdowns, 348-pound nose tackle Anthony Booker Jr. returned a fumble for a score and SMU routed FCS member Houston Christian 59-7 on Saturday night. Preston Stone threw for two TDs and Kevin Jennings had one passing …

Stone-to-Maryland connection lifts SMU to 29-24 win over upset-minded Nevada
7 months, 1 week ago

Stone-to-Maryland connection lifts SMU to 29-24 win over upset-minded Nevada

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! On Nevada’s next possession, SMU defensive lineman Anthony Booker Jr. tackled Nevada quarterback Brendon Lewis in the end zone for a safety to pull the Mustangs within a point with eight minutes left in the game. SMU’s 6-foot-4 junior tight end and son of former Dallas …

SMU will face Boston College in the Fenway Bowl for its first taste of ACC play
1 year, 3 months ago

SMU will face Boston College in the Fenway Bowl for its first taste of ACC play

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “It’s a neat way to kind of start to welcome you guys into the ACC,” BC coach Jeff Hafley said Wednesday at the Fenway Bowl media day. In a quote that could only make sense in modern college football, SMU coach Rhett Lashlee said Wednesday: “Normally …

No. 17 SMU gets an ACC prequel when it faces Boston College in the Fenway Bowl
1 year, 3 months ago

No. 17 SMU gets an ACC prequel when it faces Boston College in the Fenway Bowl

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 17 SMU vs. Boston College, Dec. 28, 11 a.m. Eastern FanDuel Sportsbook College Line: SMU by 10 1/2 Series record: SMU leads 1-0. 17 Tulane in the American Athletic Conference championship game for its ninth straight win, SMU had been hoping for an invite to a …

Jennings, dominant defense carry No. 25 SMU to AAC title, 26-14 over Tulane
1 year, 3 months ago

Jennings, dominant defense carry No. 25 SMU to AAC title, 26-14 over Tulane

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! As Jennings came to the sideline, Mustangs coach Rhett Lashlee told him, “That wasn’t your fault.” “I know,” Jennings answered, and proceeded to play with the poise that SMU needed against a Tulane team that had won 10 straight and was trying to repeat as American …

No. 17 Tulane, No. 25 SMU bring unblemished league marks into AAC title tilt
1 year, 4 months ago

No. 17 Tulane, No. 25 SMU bring unblemished league marks into AAC title tilt

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! A New Year’s Day major bowl game also could be in the cards for the Mustangs if they win the AAC title in their last season in the league before moving to the ACC. KEY MATCHUP SMU’s running back tandem of Jaylan Knighton and LJ Johnson …

SMU earns date in AAC title game but starting QB Stone injured in 59-14 rout of Navy
1 year, 4 months ago

SMU earns date in AAC title game but starting QB Stone injured in 59-14 rout of Navy

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! DALLAS — Preston Stone threw three touchdown passes before suffering an injury in the second quarter and SMU cruised over Navy 59-14 on Saturday to advance to the American Athletic Conference championship game. Tyler Lavine rushed for three touchdowns, Kelvontay Dixon had 125 yards receiving and …

AP Top 25 Takeaways: No. 1 Georgia vs. the field; season-changing injury for No. 4 Florida State
1 year, 4 months ago

AP Top 25 Takeaways: No. 1 Georgia vs. the field; season-changing injury for No. 4 Florida State

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! This season college football fans have been told it’s Ohio against the World, Michigan vs. Everybody, Oregon vs. Two weeks before College Football Playoff selection Sunday, it’s really Georgia against the field. 19 Arizona beats Arizona State, the Wildcats would reach the conference title game in …

SMU rolls past North Texas 45-21, moves to 6-0 in AAC
1 year, 4 months ago

SMU rolls past North Texas 45-21, moves to 6-0 in AAC

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! DALLAS — Jaylan Knighton ran for 129 yards and a touchdown and LJ Johnson Jr. picked up 106 yards rushing and a touchdown as Southern Methodist cruised to its sixth straight American Athletic Conference victory, rolling past North Texas 45-21 on Friday night. Preston Stone threw …

Stone’s 3 TD passes, McGill’s pick-6 help SMU win defensive battle with ECU 31-10
1 year, 5 months ago

Stone’s 3 TD passes, McGill’s pick-6 help SMU win defensive battle with ECU 31-10

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! GREENVILLE, N.C. — Preston Stone threw three touchdown passes, Jonathan McGill returned an interception for a touchdown and SMU beat ECU 31-10 Thursday night in a defensive battle. Stone, who finished 19-of-38 passing for 276 yards with no interceptions, threw 21-yard TD pass to Key’Shawn Smith …

Dillon Gabriel’s 4 TD passes lead No. 18 Oklahoma to a 28-11 win over SMU
1 year, 6 months ago

Dillon Gabriel’s 4 TD passes lead No. 18 Oklahoma to a 28-11 win over SMU

Associated Press  

NORMAN, Okla. — It wasn’t pretty, but Oklahoma coach Brent Venables liked it that way. Oklahoma lost five games by eight or fewer points last season in Venables’ first year as head coach, so he was pleased to see the Sooners win a game they led by just three points early in the fourth quarter. A year ago, I’m not …

Miles returns with 18 for No. 24 TCU in 83-75 win over SMU
2 years, 3 months ago

Miles returns with 18 for No. 24 TCU in 83-75 win over SMU

Associated Press  

FORT WORTH, Texas — Mike Miles Jr. returned to the TCU lineup with 18 points and the 24th-ranked Horned Frogs extended their winning streak to six games with an 83-75 victory over SMU on Saturday night. “Once they pressed, I feel we tried to slow it down a little bit, and we should have just kept going and being aggressive.” …

TCU’s dream season leads to Fiesta Bowl tilt vs. Michigan
2 years, 3 months ago

TCU’s dream season leads to Fiesta Bowl tilt vs. Michigan

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! A restless night behind them, the Horned Frogs got good news on Sunday, earning the chance to play second-ranked Michigan in the Fiesta Bowl hours just after losing in the Big 12 championship game. “I think it’s all you can ask for at the beginning of …

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