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.
2020 Schedule
2020 Schedule
7-3, 5th in American
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.
The CFB Pod: The guys make their Week 11 picks, Pollack selects his Dude of The Week. Plus, Joey Galloway on Cincinnati and Justin Fields
Pollack and Negandhi kick off the podcast discussing the rash of cancelations across college football this weekend, if there should be a minimum number of games to make the playoff, David’s Dude of the Week and their Week 11 picks. Later, Joey Galloway joins the show after more than a year of ducking Negandhi’s invites to discuss the Pac-12, slotting Cincinnati just outside of the playoff picture and Justin Fields.
Bama extends streak, 13th straight year at No. 1
Alabama took the No. 1 spot in the AP poll, extending its record streak of consecutive seasons with at least one week on top of the rankings to 13.
AP Top 25 college football poll reaction: What's next for each ranked team?
Clemson's loss at Notre Dame means we have a new No. 1 in the AP college football poll. What else changed? And what's next for each team in the rankings?
Notre Dame's epic win, the Big Ten's confounding season and the CFP's thrilling race for No. 4
The Irish showed they belong in college football's top tier, while Florida, Texas A&M and BYU made a push for the playoff.
College football Power Rankings for Week 10
Notre Dame climbs into the top two after upsetting Clemson without Trevor Lawrence. How far do the Tigers fall after the loss? Texas A&M, Florida and BYU move up after big wins, while a few Group of 5 teams have playoff hopes after Week 10.
SMU's Williams leaves everyone in the dust (0:24)
Granson easily scores SMU's third TD (0:23)
Page shakes off 3 defenders and scores for SMU (0:27)
SMU responds with 24-yard passing TD (0:24)
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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 |
2020 Team Leaders
Team Stats
Passing Yards318.013th
Rushing Yards176.553rd
Points For38.618th
Points Against30.953rd
2021 Recruits
| NAME | POS | STATUS | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Stone | QB-PP | Signed | 84 |
| Je'lin Samuels | DE | Signed | 80 |
| Dylan Goffney | WR | Signed | 79 |
| Isaiah Nwokobia | S | Signed | 78 |
| Roderick Daniels | WR | Signed | 77 |
Awards
| YEAR | PLAYER | AWARD |
|---|---|---|
| 1948 | E. Doak Walker II | Heisman Memorial Trophy |
| 1947 | E. Doak Walker II | Maxwell Award |