en-us SportSpyder - The Latest SMU Mustangs Football News https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/news The Atlantic Coast Conference announced the 2025-26 ACC Academic Honor Roll on Friday, recognizing 259 Mustangs for classroom excellence during the most recent academic Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:20:40 GMT SMU Athletics https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57421071 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57421071 false false SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings has been praised for his work and leadership in the weight room. He has added 30 pounds to his frame since 2022. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:03:57 GMT Lia Assimakopoulos https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57409006 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57409006 true false Emma Gretzky announces engagement to former football star. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:50:23 GMT Darrelle Lincoln https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57408041 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57408041 false false There will be at least some level of turnover. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:26:41 GMT Daniel Morrison, Mark Johns, Jeff Kloster https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57402166 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57402166 false false CHARLOTTE (SMU/The ACC) – SMU offensive lineman Joshua Bates and PJ Williams were named to the 2026 All-ACC Preseason Football Team in a release by the conference Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:33:33 GMT SMU Athletics https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57401406 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57401406 false false Quarterback Kevin Jennings finished second in the voting for the conference's preseason player of the year behind Miami's Darian Mensah. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:14:44 GMT Lia Assimakopoulos https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57399888 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57399888 true false The Hurricanes are in search of their first ACC title after a rough year for the conference outside of Miami's successful campaign. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:20:43 GMT AARON BEARD https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57384605 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57384605 true false CHARLOTTE (SMU/The ACC) – SMU Football was picked second in the ACC Preseason Media Poll on Tuesday in a release by the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:50:22 GMT SMU Athletics https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57382314 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57382314 false false While it takes a full, well-rounded team to win in college football, sometimes having a special quarterback can help a program overcome any holes in the roster. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:27:56 GMT Nicholas Rome https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57340760 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57340760 false false We are 37 Days Away From College Football Kickoff. Does anyone else feel like July is FLYING by? Today, we have Doak Walker. The player that helped build the historic Cotton Bowl with his talent and popularity. Be sure to check back tomorrow as we tackle #36 in our countdown to kickoff. Enjoy! Doak Walker … Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:16:45 GMT Kate Pearson Halyburton, Editor https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57332965 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57332965 false false Kevin Jennings stuck with the SMU after helping elevate the program, and coach Rhett Lashlee wanted to honor that commitment. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:21:32 GMT David Ubben https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57319212 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57319212 true false Conference USA held its annual media days in Arlington, TX on July 20-21. Commissioner Judy MacLeod and all 10 CUSA head coaches took the podium in Arlington, discussing key storylines ahead of the 2026 football season. Here are highlights from each speaker at the media days: CUSA Commissioner Judy MacLeod Conference USA commissioner Judy MacLeod […] Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:13:01 GMT Steve Helwick https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57317739 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57317739 false false Over the years, the Mustangs have signed dozens of Dallas-area high school football players, including starting quarterback and former South Oak Cliff star Kevin Jennings. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:59:26 GMT Myah Taylor https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57303205 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57303205 true false NORTHBROOK, Ill. (SMU) – SMU Football's Alexander Kilgore was named a 2026 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team nominee on Monday in a release by the Allstate and AFCA. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:07:50 GMT SMU Athletics https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57298751 https://sportspyder.com/cf/smu-mustangs-football/articles/57298751 false false