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

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. With today's rankings release, it marks the second consecutive season.

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

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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. With today's rankings release, it marks the second consecutive season.

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

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This is the season that SMU aims to make a strong push to win the ACC and return to the College Football Playoff.

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

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Ahmaad Moses went undrafted due to a spinal surgery he had ahead of the NFL Draft. Now, a new ruling may give him one more season with SMU.

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

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SMU is projected to finish towards the top of the ACC, but there are still plenty of reasons for concern. Will the Mustangs make the College Football Playoff or fall short?

A general view of an SMU Mustangs helmet.

The San Bernardino Valley College defensive back is rated as a three-star prospect by both 247Sports and Rivals. He was a First-Team All-Region and First-Team All- League selection in 2025.

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

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SMU Football, with Kevin Jennings, PJ Williams and Joshua Bates returning, was voted the 20th best team in college football by the US LBM Board of Coaches.

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

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A pair of familiar SMU Mustangs were named to the 2026 All-ACC Preseason Football Team. Senior offensive tackle PJ Williams and junior redshirt center Joshua Bates were the two Mustangs named

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

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SMU was picked second in the ACC Preseason Media Poll to win the ACC in a pool of 180 media members tallying the third most first place votes. Since making the jump to the ACC two seasons ago, SMU has posted a 14-2 record in conference play since joining

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

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SMU Football has numerous young players on offense and defense that could break out in 2026 as the Mustangs look to make the ACC Championship for a second time in three years.

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

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The SMU Mustangs had nine entries in the top-300 list of Yahoo Fantasy Sports' new college football fantasy football game, including Kevin Jennings, Yamir Knight and Randy Pittman Jr.

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

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SMU has been well in the summer fold to crack into the upper echelon of college football's very best again.As the Mustangs head into their fifth season under Head Coach Rhett Lashlee, SMU will hope to be inside the top 25 for the second season in a row

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

In 2022, Kevin Jennings was a three-star prospect fresh off winning a UIL Class 5A Division II state title in 2021 in high school as the starting quarterback at South Oak Cliff. Jennings had three Division I offers out of five total when his high school c

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

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Funds for the new recovery center were donated by SMU alumni Ann and Malcolm Holland.

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

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DALLAS, Texas – SMU senior quarterback Kevin Jennings is entering his third season as the Mustangs' starting quarterback, going into his fifth year. The Oak Cl

The Southern Methodist Mustangs student section celebrates during the game.

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Here is a look at the three non-conference games for the Mustangs this upcoming season.

Aug 30, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of an Southern Methodist Mustangs helmet and football before 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

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The SMU Mustangs racked up nearly $100 million in donor investments across the 2025/26 fiscal year, contributing to the best fundraising year for athletics in history for the University. SMU has been busy expanding and enhancing athletic experiences for b

SMU Mustangs offensive lineman PJ Williams lines up during the game between the SMU Mustangs and the Baylor Bears at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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PJ Williams, Addison Nichols and Kevin Jennings headline one of the video game's top-rated offenses.

Southern Methodist University Mustangs head coach Andy Enfield Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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A look at where SMU football and basketball are ranked nationally in high school and transfer portal recruiting for this past calendar year.

Baltimore Orioles center fielder Jordyn Adams is transferring to SMU. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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May was a fairly quiet month for SMU, but in early June, SMU is making the news more and more, and in a good way.

A general overall aerial view of a United States flag on the field for the SMU Mustangs. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Here is a look at some of the most important posts involving SMU for the month of May.

The SMU Mustangs students and fans. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Both the Mustangs' football and basketball teams have been active in the transfer portal this offseason. Here is a look at where they both rank nationally.

Jan 2, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; SMU Mustangs tight end Matthew Hibner (88) attempts to catch the ball against Arizona Wildcats defensive back Devin Dunn (29) in the first half during the Holiday Bowl at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Where are SMU Football players headed after the NFL draft?

SMU Football Spring Practice. Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Here is a look at the Mustangs' best social media posts during spring football.

SMU Mustangs quarterback Kevin Jennings runs with the ball and eludes a Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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As SMU has played more and more games in the ACC, here is a look at some emerging rivals in football.

The Iron Skillet trophy between the TCU Horned Frogs and the SMU Mustangs. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Here is a closer look at SMU's football top rivalries.