College football recruiting notebook: NIL arms race and the wild post-dead period
We update you on the college football recruiting world, from the wild time after the dead period ended to the impact from NIL.
2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
5th in American
Ex-Oregon LB Slade-Matautia heading to SMU
After leading Oregon in tackles last season, linebacker Isaac Slade-Matautia is transferring to SMU.
SMU lands 5-star WR and OU decommit Hudson
Five-star wide receiver Jordan Hudson has committed to SMU. The No. 12 overall recruit in the Class of 2022, Hudson had previously committed to Oklahoma before reopening his recruitment in June.
Bill Connelly's mega offseason previews: AAC, Part II
Cincinnati fielded the best Group of 5 team since 2011, but the Bearcats will need to beat other strong AAC teams -- and Notre Dame -- for a playoff shot.
Which college football transfers will make an impact in 2021?
The NCAA has approved a one-time waiver that will allow transfers to have immediate eligibility. Who are the most important players to switch teams this offseason?
Ranking college football's 25 best offenses over the next three seasons
College football is increasingly becoming an offense-driven sport. So which teams are best positioned to take advantage?
What a 64-team college football tournament would look like in 2021
With the NCAA tournament finally here, we take our yearly look at how a 64-team college football tournament would play out.
How SMU signed its best class in decades preaching the gospel of Dallas
Ra'Shaad Samples, a 26-year-old running backs coach, helped the Mustangs double down on Dallas and turn SMU into a destination.
SMU names Leavitt as new defensive coordinator
SMU football has hired Florida Atlantic defensive coordinator Jim Leavitt for the same role, coach Sonny Dykes announced Wednesday.
Ex-OU TE Calcattera now says he'll play at SMU
Former Oklahoma tight end Grant Calcaterra, who in November said he was transferring to Auburn before changing his mind last week, announced that he will instead play for SMU next season.
QB Mordecai picks SMU following OU transfer
Tanner Mordecai will join what is likely to be an open competition for the starting SMU quarterback job after two-year starter Shane Buechele recently declared for the NFL draft.
QB Buechele to leave SMU, prepare for NFL draft
With an eye on the NFL draft, SMU quarterback Shane Buechele has elected to skip another year of eligibility with the Mustangs.
What to expect during the 2020 college football national signing day
From who will put a pen to paper to which college football teams have the most at stake, we break down everything around national signing day.
Frisco Bowl canceled amid SMU virus concerns
SMU will end its season with a 7-3 record as the Frisco Bowl was canceled due to COVID-19 concerns within the Mustangs' program. Their opponent, UTSA, will shift to the SERVPRO First Responder Bowl.
SMU accepts invite to Frisco Bowl; opponent TBD
SMU has accepted an invitation to the Frisco Bowl, where it is expected to face an opponent from Conference USA.
How it started ... and how it's going for college football amid COVID-19
As game cancellations and opt-outs have recently increased, college football -- on the field -- enters its most critical time, with playoffs and bowls up for grabs. Despite the season's no guarantees motto, many within the sport say it's been worth it.
Houston-SMU game called off for second time
Saturday's Houston-SMU game, originally to be played on Nov. 21 but called off for COVID-19 issues within the Cougars' program, has now been canceled due to coronavirus issues within the Mustangs' program.
'I don't wish either of them well': The demise of the Southwest Conference, 25 years later
Twenty-five years ago, the Southwest Conference played its last game. But the SWC will never be forgotten, thanks to its innovative offenses, penchant for scandal and pettiness to the very end.
Looking back at the Southwest Conference (1:30)
How the SMU football program was devastated for decades by the death penalty (3:00)
Can Indiana really be a football school, big tests for mid-majors and more to watch in Week 12
Tom Allen says Indiana can be both a basketball and football school. Saturday's game against Ohio State will go a long way to showing if that's true.
Positive cases at Houston postpone SMU game
Positive COVID-19 cases within Houston's program have led to the postponement of its game at SMU, the school announced Wednesday.
Tulsa's comeback efforts upset No. 19 SMU (1:51)
Kyle Trask's Heisman push, Lane Kiffin's clipboard toss and more Week 11 takeaways
Despite a wave of cancellations that resulted in four of the nation's top five teams being out of action, Week 11 has brought the entertainment, from Kyle Trask to Lane Kiffin to Sam Howell.
The Pac-12's playoff chances, Indiana's surprising start and more to watch in Week 11
Oregon might be the Pac-12's best playoff hope, but can the Ducks prove their worth in six games? Plus, Tom Allen dishes on why he isn't surprised by Indiana's hot start.
Find Tickets
- SMU vs Abilene Christian WildcatsGerald J. Ford Stadium -Tickets as low as $24
- Buy SMU tickets with VividSeats
- Other Games
2020 American Standings
| TEAM | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | 6-0 | 9-1 |
| Tulsa | 6-0 | 6-3 |
| Memphis | 5-3 | 8-3 |
| UCF | 5-3 | 6-4 |
| SMU | 4-3 | 7-3 |
| Houston | 3-3 | 3-5 |
| Navy | 3-4 | 3-7 |
| Tulane | 3-5 | 6-6 |
| East Carolina | 3-5 | 3-6 |
| Temple | 1-6 | 1-6 |
| South Florida | 0-7 | 1-8 |
Team Stats
Passing Yards318.014th
Rushing Yards176.558th
Points For38.616th
Points Against30.975th
2022 Recruits
| NAME | POS | STATUS | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Hudson | WR | Committed | 87 |
| Chace Biddle | S | Committed | 84 |
| Pierre Goree Jr. | S | Committed | 79 |
| C.J. Nelson | WR | Committed | 78 |
| Isaiah Smith | DE | Committed | 78 |
Awards
| YEAR | PLAYER | AWARD |
|---|---|---|
| 1948 | E. Doak Walker II | Heisman Memorial Trophy |
| 1947 | E. Doak Walker II | Maxwell Award |