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DALLAS, Texas — Winning on the road in college football is hard, winning in week one is hard. Winning on the road in a hostile environment with a kickoff delay and a lopsided turnover margin in week one is hard.

Kevin Jennings News / ESPN / September 8

Jennings, SMU overcome miscues, delay, edge FSU

SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings shook off a pair of interceptions to lead the No. 19 Mustangs' winning scoring drive, capped by Nick Reed's 20-yard field goal with 21 seconds to play, and the road team wrapped up a 27-24 win over Florida State on Monday.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 7

Why Florida State, SMU kicked off without headsets, iPads or working scoreboards

The lights inside Doak Campbell Stadium went out at 7:29 p.m. ET on Monday, six minutes before Florida State and No. 19 SMU were scheduled to open ACC play.

No. 19 SMU-Florida State delayed by stadium power outage

The 'College football color teams' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 7

College football today: What games are on TV Monday, Sept. 7, Labor Day?

Happy Labor Day, and also, happy college football weekend. Here's a look at the lone game wrapping up Week 1.

Five things we learned after Week 1 of college football season

Three college football teams that missed the mark in Week 1

Three biggest takeaways from Week 1 of college football

The 'College football color teams' quiz

SMU Mustangs News / Volleyball On SI / September 3

SMU Volleyball Head Coach Sam Erger Suspended for ''Impermissible Communication'

When SMU rolled into Fort Collins to play Colorado State on Saturday and UC Davis on Sunday, head coach Sam Erger was nowhere to be found. A spokesperson confirmed Erger's absence in an email to Volleyball On SI Thursday afternoon.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / September 3

Florida State vs. SMU prediction, odds, pick for college football Week 1

It is Week 1 of the college football season, as Florida State football hosts SMU football. This is the first game of the year for SMU, as Florida State comes in 1-0.

SMU Mustangs News / SMU Mustangs on SI / August 24

Takeaways from SMU Volleyball’s Opener Versus Former National Champions Texas A&M

The No. 11 SMU Mustangs opened the season by sweeping the reigning NCAA champion and current No. 8 Texas A&M Aggies on Sunday, August 23. Despite losing six seniors last season, including star setter Averi Carlson, the Mustangs didn’t miss a step in knocking off the Aggies, winning three consecutive sets 27-25, 25-19 and 25-20.

SMU Mustangs News / Volleyball On SI / August 24

SMU, Pitt Volleyball Dominate Day 3 of AVCA First Serve

Each new day of the AVCA First Serve Showcase introduces new teams to the 2026 season and gives more insight into just how wild the season could be. New lineups, old favorites, sweeps, upsets - everything fans could want from top-15 matchups.

College Basketball (W) News / EssentiallySports / August 21

Former SMU Women’s Basketball Player Files Lawsuit Against NCAA Over Transfer Portal Violations

In the past, several lawsuits have challenged the NCAA transfer rules. Now, one case has the potential to shift the current policy paradigm, as former SMU women’s basketball player Kyla Deck has challenged the NCAA and SMU, alleging that the current rules violate several federal antitrust laws.

Kevin Jennings News / Yardbarker / August 20

SMU's Kevin Jennings gets key injury update ahead of Week 1

Jennings is dealing with a jammed index finger.

Three college football coaches who could contend for NFL jobs in 2027

Four preseason unranked teams that could make College Football Playoff

Three college football teams that have no business in preseason Top 25

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

SMU Mustangs News / SMU Mustangs on SI / August 17

SMU ranked at No. 19 in AP Preseason Top 25 for back to back seasons

DALLAS, Texas – After a long offseason, the Associated Press has released the opening Preseason Top 25 Poll in which the SMU Mustangs debut as the No. 19 team in the country.

BJ Edwards News / Yardbarker / August 13

Oklahoma lands former SMU starter thanks to 5-in-5 eligibility lawsuit

The Oklahoma Sooners have picked up a late addition to their 2026 men's basketball roster thanks to new NCAA eligibility rules.

Bill Self, Kansas suffer major loss on the recruiting trail as five-star SF decommits

Miami basketball's future is bright thanks to HC Jai Lucas

Kevin Jennings News / Yardbarker / August 13

SMU's Jennings should be more than ready to go for season opener

SMU's Kevin Jennings should be more than ready to go for season opener

Jennings is a bona fide star for the Mustangs. In 13 games last season, he threw for 3,641 yards and 26 touchdowns while also rushing for four scores.

Curt Cignetti, Trinidad Chambliss and college football's 'rags to riches' stories in 2026

Why Ohio State has more to lose than any other team in college football

Three most overrated college football teams in preseason coaches' poll

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

Rhett Lashlee News / Yardbarker / July 16

SMU's Rhett Lashlee trying to follow the Curt Cignetti approach to a title

SMU Mustangs head coach Rhett Lashlee could have hypothetically coached at a "big-time" school in 2026. But he feels like he has everything he needs at SMU.

'We've won the offseason': New HC James Franklin feeling confident about Virginia Tech's prospects heading into 2026

Louisville's Jeff Brohm defends the ACC: 'I don’t think we’re scared to play anybody'

QB Darian Mensah discusses how success of Cam Ward, Carson Beck persuaded him to transfer to Miami

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / June 1

Dak Prescott, Cowboys get new wide receiver on Monday

On Monday, it was reported that Dallas made a move to further bolster its wide receiver room.

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott reveals first impressions of Caleb Downs

Cowboys still aren't in the clear with George Pickens

Former Cowboys player named one of NFL's top remaining free agents

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

SMU Mustangs News / Yardbarker / May 27

Cowboys UDFA draws praise: 'Physical wideout who holds his own'

Cowboys undrafted free-agent WR draws high praise: 'Physical wideout who holds his own'

The Dallas Cowboys are getting their ducks in a row ahead of the 2026 season, and while they put the focus on defense during the 2026 NFL Draft, they've also added strong offensive talent.

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer makes $3.8M sale to better prepare for critical 2026 season

Jerry Jones, Cowboys still have one clear roster hole to fill

The 'Most NFL 300-yard-passing games' quiz

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 18

Miami (Ohio)'s win over SMU proves its detractors wrong

Miami (Ohio)'s First Four win over SMU proves its detractors wrong

The closer Miami (Ohio) got to completing an undefeated regular season and earning an NCAA Tournament bid, its critics only got louder.

Prairie View A&M bests Lehigh for first NCAA tourney win

Louisville dealt harsh blow day before tourney with Mikel Brown Jr. update

'They have children': John Calipari not worried about Hawai'i's experience

Three SEC teams on upset alert in first round of NCAA Tournament

Nebraska women separate in third quarter for First Four win over Richmond

Missouri State's Kaemyn Bekemeier scores 22 in win over Stephen F. Austin

College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / January 3

Caleb Wilson gets his ankle broken during North Carolina-SMU game

No. 12 North Carolina Tar Heels star freshman Caleb Wilson has quite a collection of amazing plays in the 2025-26 college basketball season, but a moment in the second half of Saturday’s matchup against the SMU Mustangs is certainly not going to be part of his highlight montage.

No. 12 North Carolina's defense nonexistent in concerning loss to SMU

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 3

No. 12 UNC's defense nonexistent in concerning loss to SMU

No. 12 North Carolina's defense nonexistent in concerning loss to SMU

The Tar Heels had no answer for SMU senior Boopie Miller, who went off for 27 points (10-of-13 FG) and 12 assists.

Caleb Wilson gets his ankle broken during North Carolina-SMU game

SEC-opening loss shows how far Kentucky is from conference elite

Isaiah Evans stands out as No. 6 Duke edges Florida State

Colorado edges Arizona State to claim first Big 12 road win in 15 years

Nebraska pleads with Cornhuskers fans: Stop storming the court

Notre Dame coach charges referee after losing on controversial 4-point play call

College Football News / Yardbarker / January 3

SMU nearly chokes, but holds on to upset No. 17 Arizona in Holiday Bowl

Friday's Holiday Bowl between SMU and No. 17 Arizona wasn't nearly as close as the final score indicated, but it wasn't a stress-free victory for the Mustangs.

The 25 greatest players in SEC football history

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 4

Missed opportunities doom Arkansas women in loss to SMU

Kelsi Musick and the Arkansas Razorbacks had an opportunity to get back on track on Thursday. What ensued was a game full of missed opportunities for the Razorbacks.

No. 25 Arkansas gets statement win over No. 6 Louisville

Biggest winners from 2026 CFB recruiting early signing day

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

Mario Cristobal News / Yardbarker / November 1

November misery continues for No. 10 Miami under Mario Cristobal with upset loss at SMU

It often isn't how a team starts but how it finishes in college football that's most important. And once again, during the Mario Cristobal era, the Miami Hurricanes are only getting worse as the season progresses.

No. 15 Virginia tops Cal for seventh straight, stays perfect in ACC

Florida State rolls Wake Forest to end ACC winless drought

Kansas defeats Oklahoma State behind productive rushing attack

Nate Sheppard, Darian Mensah propel Duke past Clemson

Mason Heintschel keeps Pittsburgh offense rolling in road win at Stanford

Rhett Lashlee News / Larry Brown Sports / October 31

SMU makes Rhett Lashlee one of the highest-paid CFB coaches

SMU makes Rhett Lashlee one of the highest-paid coaches in college football

Southern Methodist University is paying quite the premium to ensure Rhett Lashlee stays off the college football coaching carousel.

LSU predicted to go to court over Brian Kelly's buyout

Three wild quotes from Louisiana governor Jeff Landry that could wreck LSU head-coaching search

Penn State being linked to two underwhelming head-coaching candidates doesn't bode well for the program

The 20 most memorable college football scandals

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

SMU Mustangs News / Yardbarker / October 22

SMU HC Rhett Lashlee provides injury update on QB Kevin Jennings

The SMU Mustangs have to feel pretty good about where they're at as the final stretch of this 2025 college football season quickly approaches.

SMU puts unblemished ACC mark on line at Wake Forest

The 25 greatest players in ACC football history

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 29

Five candidates to replace Sam Pittman at Arkansas

The Arkansas Razorbacks of the powerhouse Southeastern Conference are searching for a new head coach after athletics director Hunter Yurachek fired Sam Pittman on Sunday.

Pittman fired at Arkansas; Bobby Petrino takes over on interim basis

Oregon, Ole Miss rewarded for big wins with top four rankings

Is Lincoln Riley to blame for USC's crushing loss to Illinois?

CFB Week 5 winners, losers

Ranked CFB teams whiffed on Friday but fared a lot better on Saturday