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SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Reasons why SMU Football wins the ACC and goes to the CFP in 2026

Ryan Kay

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2 Hours Ago

Miami is a significant favorite to win the ACC in 2026.

ACC Prediction, Odds for 2026 College Football Season (Miami is Set as Odds-On Favorite)

Iain MacMillan

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2 Hours Ago

Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers are looking to defend their title in 2026.

Sports Illustrated’s College Football Top 25 Preseason Rankings: One Bold Prediction for Every Team

Tim Capurso

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Aug 12, 2026

SMU Mustangs safety Ahmaad Moses and head coach Rhett Lashlee celebrate after victory over the Arizona Wildcats in the Holiday Bowl at Snapdragon Stadium. Picture by: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Ahmaad Moses is eyeing a return to SMU

Tyler Welch

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Aug 7, 2026

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California Golden Bears wide receiver Jaiven Plummer catches a touchdown pass against Southern Methodist Mustangs cornerback Jaelyn Davis-Robinson during the second quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Picture by: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Biggest concerns for SMU Football entering 2026

Tyler Welch

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Aug 6, 2026

A general view of an SMU Mustangs helmet.

JUCO DB Jordan Ward Receives Offer from SMU

Julio Gonzales, Jr.

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Aug 4, 2026

Jul 17, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee speaks to the media at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

SMU Football Ranked in the Top 20 in Preseason Coaches Poll

Tyler Welch

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Aug 4, 2026

Sep 6, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; SMU Mustangs offensive lineman PJ Williams (59) celebrates with running back T.J. Harden (27) during the game between the SMU Mustangs and the Baylor Bears at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Reasons why SMU O-linemen PJ Williams & Josh Bates were named to All-ACC Preseason Football Team

Josh Ortega

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Jul 29, 2026

Nov 1, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; SMU Mustangs quarterback Kevin Jennings (7) runs with the ball during the game between the Mustangs and the Hurricanes at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

SMU finishes second in the 2026 ACC Preseason Media Poll to win the ACC

Josh Ortega

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Jul 28, 2026

SMU Mustangs safety Tyren Polley (10) celebrates after intercepting a pass during the game between SMU and Louisville. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Five Breakout Candidates for SMU Football in 2026

Tyler Welch

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Jul 28, 2026

Yamir Knight is SMU's highest rated wide receiver in Yahoo Sports' new college fantasy football rankings, and is one of four to make the top 300 list. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Where SMU stacks up against ACC opponents in new Yahoo College Fantasy Football rankings

Tyler Welch

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Jul 27, 2026

Jul 17, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee speaks to the media at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

SMU Ranked a Top 25 Program and a Near Lock to be a Preseason Top 25 Team

Josh Ortega

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Jul 23, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; SMU Mustangs quarterback Kevin Jennings (7) throws the ball against the Arizona Wildcats in the first half during the Holiday Bowl at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Recruiting Message from SMU behind the Kevin Jennings Recovery Center

Josh Ortega

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Jul 17, 2026

A resurging Virginia Tech, a hungry Florida State, a chip on the shoulder of Clemson and the perennial powerhouse Miami are a few of the ACC schools looking to make this a banner year for the conference.

ESPN Picks 5 Must-Watch ACC Games for the 2026 College Football Season

Matt De Lima

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Jul 17, 2026

College Football's No. 3 RB Announces Major Update Amid National Interest

Tucker Harlin

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Jul 16, 2026

Southern Methodist Mustangs quarterback Kevin Jennings runs with the ball during the game between the Southern Methodist Mustangs and the East Texas A&M Lions at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

SMU to name new recovery center after starting quarterback Kevin Jennings

Tyler Welch

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Jul 16, 2026

Sep 20, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman celebrates against the Purdue Boilermakers during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium.

ESPN FPI Predicts Every Notre Dame Game for 2026 Season

Nick Shepkowski

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Jul 15, 2026

Duke managed to win the 2025 ACC title thanks to the conference's fifth tiebreaker.

How the ACC Is Fixing Tiebreakers After Chaotic Season Led to Eight-Win Duke Capturing Football Title

Tim Capurso

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Jul 15, 2026

Aug 30, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Southern Methodist Mustangs quarterback Kevin Jennings (7) runs with the ball behind offensive lineman PJ Williams (59) during the game between the Southern Methodist Mustangs and the East Texas A&M Lions at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

SMU launches Heisman campaign for QB Kevin Jennings

Josh Ortega

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Jul 13, 2026

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