No. 17 Tulane, No. 25 SMU bring unblemished league marks into AAC title tilt
1 year 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 Jr., who have combined to rush for 1,187 and nine TDs this season, against a Tulane defensive that ranks fifth nationally against the run with 86 yards rushing allowed per game. Stone passed for 3,197 yards and 28 TDs this season.. SMU is in the AAC championship game for the first and last time before changing leagues next summer.. The SMU defense’s 40 sacks this season are the fourth most nationally and third most in program history for a single season.. Tulane is 23-3 in its past 26 games and its victory total since the start of the 2022 season ranks third behind just Georgia and Michigan.. Pratt has a TD pass in 26 straight.. Tulane RB Makhi Hughes, who has rushed for 1,246 yards this season, is the first freshman in program history to rush for more than 1,000 yards in a season.

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College Football Playoff bracket revealed: Oregon No. 1 overall, SMU gets in over Alabama
2 weeks, 3 days ago

College Football Playoff bracket revealed: Oregon No. 1 overall, SMU gets in over Alabama

New York Times  

Follow live updates and reaction to the 12-team College Football Playoff field. The first 12-team College Football Playoff will include SMU but not Alabama. The Crimson Tide were the first team out of the field when the selection committee released its final ranking Sunday, setting the bracket for the first expansive, pro-style playoff in the history of major college football: …

No. 18 Clemson needs to slow down SMU QB Kevin Jennings to win 9th ACC title game, secure CFP spot
2 weeks, 5 days 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. 24 Army closes first AAC season with shot at winning conference championship in hosting Tulane
2 weeks, 5 days ago

No. 24 Army closes first AAC season with shot at winning conference championship in hosting Tulane

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Can Army’s offensive line, which was named one of three finalists for Joe Moore Award given to the nation’s best unit up front, open space in between the tackles for quarterback Bryson Daily and running back Kanye Udoh to run through? Will Tulane’s defense get off …

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

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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 beats Cal 38-6. Up next, the ACC title game in Mustangs’ 1st season in the conference
3 weeks, 3 days ago

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

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 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 …

SMU pulls away in the second half to beat Washington State 77-60
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

SMU pulls away in the second half to beat Washington State 77-60

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The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! PALM SPRINGS, Calif. — Boopie Miller scored 16 points, Samet Yigitoglu added 12 points and 11 rebounds and SMU pulled away late to beat Washington State 77-60 Wednesday night in the Acrisure Holiday Invitational title game. Edwards 13 points and Kario Oquendo 11 for the …

No. 18 Tulane’s postseason hopes ride on the Wave’s ability to contain prolific Memphis
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No. 18 Tulane’s postseason hopes ride on the Wave’s ability to contain prolific Memphis

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “They haven’t had a lot go wrong.. They’ve got the best talent accumulation of anybody in our league.” Tulane has won its past 17 AAC regular season games — a streak that dates back to 2022 and represents the longest active conference winning streak in the …

No. 18 Tulane braces for Memphis’ high-octane offense in Thanksgiving clash between 9-win teams
3 weeks, 6 days ago

No. 18 Tulane braces for Memphis’ high-octane offense in Thanksgiving clash between 9-win teams

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Tulane needs to win to host the AAC title game against Army and also must win to keep alive hope of getting a spot in the new 12-team College Football Playoff. KEY MATCHUP Memphis’ balanced, prolific and highly experienced offense, which averages 441 yards and 35.3 …

No. 9 SMU looks for undefeated ACC slate in debut when finishing regular season against Cal
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No. 9 SMU looks for undefeated ACC slate in debut when finishing regular season against Cal

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! SMU has already clinched a spot in the Atlantic Coast Conference championship game in its league debut, and is up to ninth in the College Football Playoff rankings. Cal is also in its first ACC season, and is coming off a fourth-quarter comeback for a win …

No. 9 SMU kept champion mindset in move to ACC and is already in title game before finale vs. Cal
3 weeks, 6 days ago

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

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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 …

SEC losses are big gains for SMU and Indiana in latest College Football Playoff rankings
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SEC losses are big gains for SMU and Indiana in latest College Football Playoff rankings

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! The Southeastern Conference’s losses were almost everyone else’s gain in the College Football Playoff rankings, with SMU nudging its way into the top 12 and Indiana staying in the mix at No. “They dropped five but we still felt their body of work was strong enough …

AP Top 25: Alabama, Mississippi out of top 10 and Miami, SMU are in; Oregon remains unanimous No. 1
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AP Top 25: Alabama, Mississippi out of top 10 and Miami, SMU are in; Oregon remains unanimous No. 1

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Alabama and Mississippi tumbled out of the top 10 of The Associated Press Top 25 poll Sunday and Miami and SMU moved in following a chaotic weekend in the SEC and across college football in general. The Buckeyes would play Oregon in the Big Ten championship …

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

Lots at stake for No. 14 SMU, the CFP hopeful and newcomer atop ACC hosting Boston College
1 month, 1 week ago

Lots at stake for No. 14 SMU, the CFP hopeful and newcomer atop ACC hosting Boston College

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! SMU is the only of the 17 ACC teams without a league loss, but last season’s American Athletic Conference champion dropped a spot to 14th in the second CFP rankings released this week. Boston College has changed starting quarterbacks going into its final road game and …

SMU Soars to New Heights, Lands in AP Top 25 for First Time in 39 Years
1 month, 2 weeks ago

SMU Soars to New Heights, Lands in AP Top 25 for First Time in 39 Years

Associated Press  

SMU's impressive start continues as they climb the AP Top 25 poll to No. 13. The Mustangs' 5-0 record in ACC play is a testament to their early season dominance. Their offense is scoring 40 points per game and has over 450 yards of total offense. The defense ranks among the best in the league, showcasing SMU's overall strength and …

SMU Dominates Pitt, Remains Unbeatable in ACC Debut
1 month, 3 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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1 month, 3 weeks ago

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

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

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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's Unbeatable Streak Put to Test as No. 20 Panthers Aim to Knock Off Mustangs in ACC Showdown
1 month, 3 weeks ago

SMU's Unbeatable Streak Put to Test as No. 20 Panthers Aim to Knock Off Mustangs in ACC Showdown

Associated Press  

SMU remains undefeated in the ACC, currently sitting at 7-1, and will face No. 18 Pittsburgh in a crucial matchup this Saturday night. The Mustangs' impressive performance this season has them poised to reach the 12-team College Football Playoff, but they will need to overcome challenges and maintain their physical prowess throughout the remaining games.

SMU vs. Duke: Can the Mustangs keep their ACC title hopes alive?
2 months 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 vs. Stanford: A Battle of Titans on the West Coast
2 months, 1 week ago

SMU vs. Stanford: A Battle of Titans on the West Coast

Associated Press  

The first matchup between Stanford and SMU since 1936 is set to take place this Saturday night. SMU, coming off a strong start to the season, will be looking to build on their impressive performance against Florida State and Louisville. Stanford, however, will be eager to avenge their loss to the Mustangs last year. The game will be a test …

SMU vs. Louisville: A Battle for First Place in the ACC
2 months, 3 weeks ago

SMU vs. Louisville: A Battle for First Place in the ACC

Associated Press  

SMU and Louisville clash in a highly anticipated matchup for first place in the ACC. The Mustangs, coming off a strong start against Florida State, seek to extend their winning streak against the Cardinals. Both teams have strengths and weaknesses to navigate, with the Cardinals hoping to bounce back from their non-conference loss to Notre Dame. Key matchups to watch …

No. 22 Louisville seeks rebound against high-scoring SMU, with a share of the ACC lead at stake
2 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 22 Louisville seeks rebound against high-scoring SMU, with a share of the ACC lead at stake

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Louisville’s grind-it-out pattern has yielded mixed outcomes the past two games, a habit coach Jeff Brohm clearly wants to break ahead of the season’s toughest stretch. Louisville was its own worst enemy in last week’s 31-24 loss at Notre Dame, committing three first-half …

ACC newcomer SMU hosts BYU in its first game against another Power 4 opponent
3 months, 2 weeks ago

ACC newcomer SMU hosts BYU in its first game against another Power 4 opponent

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Atlantic Coast Conference newcomer SMU plays its first game against another Power Four opponent. Both teams are coming off big wins at home over FCS opponents, BYU 41-13 over Southern Illinois and SMU 59-7 against Houston Christian. KEY MATCHUP Anthony Booker Jr. and the SMU defense …

New ACC member SMU hits the road to open season as substantial favorite at Nevada
4 months ago

New ACC member SMU hits the road to open season as substantial favorite at Nevada

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! The Mustangs are substantial favorites over a Nevada team that last season went 2-10 and was outscored by an average of 16.1 points per game. The Mustangs hope membership in a power conference and the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff will help get them back among …

No. 17 SMU gets an ACC prequel when it faces Boston College in the Fenway Bowl
11 months, 3 weeks 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 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 …

Tulane QB Michael Pratt named AAC offensive player of the year and Willie Fritz repeats as top coach
1 year ago

Tulane QB Michael Pratt named AAC offensive player of the year and Willie Fritz repeats as top coach

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! IRVING, Texas — Tulane quarterback Michael Pratt was named offensive player of the year in the American Athletic Conference on Wednesday, when the Green Wave’s Willie Fritz was picked as the top coach for the second consecutive season. The league’s 14 coaches who vote on the …

Stone TD pass keeps SMU unbeaten in AAC, tops Memphis 38-34
1 year, 1 month ago

Stone TD pass keeps SMU unbeaten in AAC, tops Memphis 38-34

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Preston Stone fired a 7-yard touchdown pass to Jordan Hudson with under three minutes left in the game to seal a 38-34 win over Memphis to keep the Mustangs unbeaten in the American Athletic Conference on Saturday. Blake Watson ran 11 yards for …

Michael Pratt throws for 3 touchdowns to lead No. 17 Tulane past Florida Atlantic 24-8
1 year, 1 month ago

Michael Pratt throws for 3 touchdowns to lead No. 17 Tulane past Florida Atlantic 24-8

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! BOCA RATON, Fla. — Michael Pratt became Tulane’s career passing leader, throwing for three touchdowns in his South Florida homecoming to lead No. But when you put in his statistics plus the wins that he’s got, he’s done a tremendous job.” Tulane extended its winning streak …

SMU rolls past North Texas 45-21, moves to 6-0 in AAC
1 year, 1 month 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 …

Tulane aims to back up storybook season and repeat in newly expanded American Athletic Conference
1 year, 4 months ago

Tulane aims to back up storybook season and repeat in newly expanded American Athletic Conference

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Tulane will be hard pressed to top last season’s history-making turnaround that became one of the most compelling, feel-good stories in college football. Two of the league’s more notable receivers played in Conference USA last season: UTSA’s Joshua Cephus and Rice’s Luke McCaffrey, the younger brother …

Dominant first half pushes No. 25 Tulane past Memphis 38-28
2 years, 2 months ago

Dominant first half pushes No. 25 Tulane past Memphis 38-28

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 25 Tulane celebrated its first Top 25 ranking since 1998 with a dominant first half and hung on to beat Memphis 38-28 on Saturday. “Not the way we wanted to start the game by any stretch of the imagination.” Pratt and the Tulane offense drove 80 …

No. 25 Tulane aims to validate ranking vs. hard-luck Memphis
2 years, 2 months ago

No. 25 Tulane aims to validate ranking vs. hard-luck Memphis

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! WHAT’S AT STAKE Tulane is trying to validate its first AP Top 25 ranking in 24 years while also remaining atop the American Athletic Conference standings. The home team has won the past five meetings.. Memphis has not won in New Orleans since 2016.. Tulane has …

No. 25 Tulane offers a lesson in dramatic 1-year turnarounds
2 years, 2 months ago

No. 25 Tulane offers a lesson in dramatic 1-year turnarounds

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “It was a lost season.” Tulane is a private university with about 8,000 undergraduate students on campus in New Orleans’ historic, largely residential “Uptown” neighborhood. “You’ve got issues if coaches aren’t coaching hard, players aren’t playing hard and you see dissention in the hallways, in the …

AP Top 25: No. 1 Tide runs poll streak to 210, 3rd-best ever
4 years ago

AP Top 25: No. 1 Tide runs poll streak to 210, 3rd-best ever

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1 for the fifth week in a row Sunday and extended its streak of consecutive poll appearances to 210, the third longest in the history of The Associated Press college football poll. 1 for the third straight week and the top seven teams were unchanged for a fifth consecutive poll. Buffalo is the first Mid-American Conference team to be ranked …

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