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SMU Surges to No. 14 in ESPN’s Future Power Rankings

The days of SMU being a college football afterthought are over. Following a headline-grabbing 2024 season that saw the Mustangs storm into the ACC, make it to the conference title, and crash the College Football Playoff, ESPN’s Future Power Rankings now place SMU at No.

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SMU Football Preview 2025: The Mustangs Are Built To Do It Again

Well that worked. Before last season, SMU hadn't won a regular season game against a Power Five-now-Power-Four program against anyone by TCU since 2010.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / June 4

SMU Football Makes Underrated Hire After Playoff Season

Rhett Lashlee and SMU Football have added a former Texas high school offensive coordinator to his support staff. According to Mike Roach of 247Sports, former North Texas staffer Matthew McHugh has taken over as the Mustangs director of player personnel. For SMU, this is an underrated hire in the Lone Star State.

Rhett Lashlee News / Athlon Sports / June 1

SMU Football Faces Backlash After Team GPA Under Rhett Lashlee Surfaces

The SMU football program found itself at the center of social media mockery this week. After celebrating an academic milestone they felt was impressive,

Demerick Gary News / Athlon Sports / May 24

Former SMU DL Shows True Colors in New Role

Six years ago, Demerick Gary was grinding in the trenches as a defensive lineman at SMU. Now, he’s walking back into the same locker room—only this time, he’s wearing a whistle.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / May 23

SMU Football Sends Clear Message to SEC School with 2026 Commitment

When North Forney’s Ryan Gilbert stepped to the mic during his spring game, he didn’t just announce a college decision—he made a statement. The three-star defensive back, long expected to join Oklahoma, shocked the college football world by committing to SMU.

SMU Mustangs News / Athlon Sports / April 29

SMU Mustangs unveil heartfelt tribute helmet designed by 11-year-old cancer survivor

When the SMU Mustangs took the field for their spring game on April 25, the buzz wasn’t about the quarterback battle or new play calls — it was about a helmet.

Top 10 SMU Football players drafted to the NFL: Mustang legends who made their mark on Sunday

When Eric Dickerson broke the NFL’s single-season rushing record in 1984, fans across the country took notice. But in Dallas, SMU faithful weren’t surprised.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 18

SMU Mustangs lose former five-star forward to transfer portal

Shortly after completing their first season in the ACC, the SMU Mustangs are already facing a significant blow to their frontcourt. Power forward Yohan Traore, a former five-star recruit and key rotation piece, has officially entered the transfer portal — marking his third transfer in as many years.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / April 17

SMU makes final cut for coveted four-star offensive lineman

If you’re looking for the next big-time trench anchor in college football, look no further than Pupungatoa “Toa” Katoa — and SMU fans have reason to get excited.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Three SMU football players no longer with program, per report

As SMU prepares for a small-crowd practice next month, three players are reportedly no longer with the team. According to Lonestar Live's Jacob Richman, running backs Jaylan Knighton and Camar Wheaton are off the team.

Brashard Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 24

SMU RB/WR Brashard Smith Visiting Four Teams

SMU RB Brashard Smith told Josh Tolentino at his pro day that he has official visits upcoming with four teams. That list includes the Cowboys, Texans, Vikings and Bears.

Brashard Smith News / The 33rd Team / March 10

Brashard Smith 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For SMU Mustangs RB

Height: 5092 (verified) Weight: 195lbs (verified) Year: Senior Pro Comparison: Duke Johnson SMU Mustangs running back Brashard Smith is a speedy, explosive runner who offers an upside play for NFL teams.

SMU’s Tournament Chances in Strong ACC Debut Season

A transition to a power conference shouldn’t be this simple, but the ACC is no ordinary power conference. Led by guard Kevin “Boopie” Miller and star freshman center Samet Yigitoglu, SMU sits at 20-6 overall with an 11-4 record in their debut season following a thrashing of Notre Dame on Wednesday night.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / February 11

Rhett Lashlee, Kevin Jennings Have SMU Mustangs Thinking Big in 2025

By Matt Girard The cloud of the “Death Penalty” that had hung over the SMU Mustangs for nearly 40 years have completely dissipated. Since taking over the once forlorn football program in 2022 head coach Rhett Lashlee has rebuilt the Mustangs into a perennial championship contender quicker than the up-tempo offense his teams have been known for.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 21

SMU band got the shaft in their CFP game at Penn State

The SMU Mustangs got hammered in their College Football Playoff loss at Penn State on Saturday, and the team’s band wasn’t exactly given any preferential treatment.

Kevin Jennings News / Larry Brown Sports / December 21

SMU’s Kevin Jennings got roasted for his awful first half

SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings made a series of high-profile mistakes in Saturday’s College Football Playoff game against Penn State, and social media wasted no time roasting him for it.

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The 'ACC football championship game winners' quiz

How many of the ACC football championship game winners can you name in five minutes?

SMU Mustangs News / NIL on SI / December 4

Legend Eric Dickerson Sings Praises for NIL, Denounces NCAA, 'I Hate Them'

It was a homecoming to remember on Tuesday as former SMU Mustangs running back Eric Dickerson returned to campus for an event hosted by Influxer, a company that helps student-athletes connect with companies on Name, Image, and Likeness deals.

SMU Mustangs News / A to Z Sports / November 7

SMU Mustangs sources confirm huge off-field win as the team pushes toward College Football Playoff bid

The SMU Mustangs are one of the newer power four college football teams that are quickly rising to the top. They were an American Athletic Conference (AAC) team before this year, where they recently moved to the ACC.

Matt Leinart News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6

Son of Heisman Trophy winner announces college commitment

The son of a former Heisman Trophy winner has made his decision on his college commitment.

2026 four-star WR commit on UGA: 'Georgia’s has the best everything'

Michigan loses commitment from four-star QB

The 25 best rivalries in college football

The 'Most prominent quarterbacks in the history of the Arizona Cardinals franchise' quiz

Kevin Jennings News / Yardbarker / November 1

Coach reveals status of SMU QB ahead of top-25 matchup

This is big news for the Mustangs.

Week 9 NFL Draft intel: Will Penn State DE prove he's a potential top-10 pick?

The top FBS programs never to win a recognized national title

The 'CFP era single-season passing leaders' quiz

SMU Mustangs News / Yardbarker / October 13

Moving on up: SMU ascends to No. 21 in AP Top 25

The Mustangs are 5-1 overall and 2-0 in the ACC. Their lone loss was to the surprising, undefeated No. 13 BYU Cougars.

CFB Week 7 winners, losers: Oregon nets signature win, Ole Miss plays itself out of playoff conversation

CFB Week 7 knee-jerk reactions: Ohio State implosion, Alabama and Georgia showing cracks

The best college football game-day traditions

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

SMU Mustangs News / Yardbarker

Cold-blooded: 23 winter horror movies that will give you chills

Summer camp slashers and stories with dreary fall settings dominate the horror genre. Still, the colder months don’t get nearly as much attention — especially once holiday horror films like “Black Christmas” and “Silent Night, Deadly Night” are out of season.

SMU Mustangs News / Yardbarker / October 7