Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 21, 2014
He’s not a Heisman candidate, but SMU’s Kevin Pope could win some postseason awards
SMU has not had a Heisman Trophy winner since Doak Walker way back in 1948. And unless the Mustangs have a miracle season, that won’t change in 2014. SMU does, however, bring back a couple of talented players that could …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 18, 2014
Breaking down SMU’s biggest position battles
SMU quarterback Garrett Gilbert (11) celebrates his touchdown run with running back Traylon Shead (34), wide receiver Stephen Nelson (6) and offensive lineman Ben Gottschalk (72) in the first overtime period of their American Athletic Conference NCAA football game at …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 17, 2014
SMU’s June Jones talks next Margus Hunt, recruiting in South Africa
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Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 17, 2014
June Jones: Tough non-conference schedule has kept SMU from becoming a BCS Buster
SMU is about to enter Year 7 of the June Jones era and still hasn’t become the BCS Buster many predicted the Mustangs would be with Jones at the helm. And it doesn’t look like SMU is heading in that …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 17, 2014
SMU’s June Jones blames poor recruiting classes on subpar facilities
SMU’s football recruiting classes have been less-than-impressive over the last few years despite the Mustangs’ recent string of bowl appearances. Why? According to head coach June Jones, SMU’s facilities are subpar and keep the Mustangs from competing with the best …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 17, 2014
3-star Clear Falls WR John Humphrey explains decision to commit to Baylor
John Humphrey is Baylor bound. The three-star wide receiver out of Clear Falls pulled the trigger on Tuesday and committed to Baylor over Oklahoma, SMU, TCU, Texas Tech and others. “I pretty much knew this was going to happen,” Humphrey …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 16, 2014
SMU RB/LB Kevin Pope granted medical hardship
Linebacker Kevin Pope, SMU’s second leading tackler, has been granted a medical hardship waiver by the American Athletic Conference. Pope enrolled at SMU in 2010 and played just one game that fall, carrying three times for six yards against UAB. …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 14, 2014
SMU positional series: Defensive backs have plethora of young talent
Position: Defensive Backs Key returnees: Myles Crosby (RS Freshman), Hayden Greenbauer (Senior), AJ Justice (Sophomore), Ajee Montes (Sophomore), Jesse Montgomery (RS Freshman), Shakiel Randolph (Junior), J’Marcus Rhodes (RS Freshman), Darrion Richardson (Sophomore), Horace Richardson (Sophomore), JR Richardson (Junior) Key losses: …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 14, 2014
SMU positional series: Mustangs have big question marks at ILB
Position: Linebackers Key returnees: John Bordano (Senior), Nick Horton (Sophomore), Derek Longoria (Junior), Jordan Miller (Senior), Jackson Mitchell (Sophomore), Jarvis Pruitt (Sophomore), Stephon Sanders (Senior), Robert Seals (Junior), Jonathan Yenga (Junior) Key losses: Kevin Pope (Graduation), Randall Joyner (Graduation), Brandon …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 14, 2014
SMU positional series: DL returns all three starters
Position: Defensive Line Key returnees: Beau Barnes (Senior), Spencer Hollie (RS Freshman), Andy McCleneghen (Junior), Zelt Minor (Sophomore), Elie Nabushosi (Sophomore), Nick Reed (Sophomore), Cameron Smith (Junior), Zach Wood (Junior), Darrian Wright (Senior) Key losses: None Key additions: Jerry Saena …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 14, 2014
SMU positional series: Next Margus Hunt might be playing OL
Position: Offensive Line Key returnees: Chauncey Briggs (Sophomore), Christian Chamagua (Sophomore), Christian Holloway (Sophomore), Daniel McCarty (Sophomore), Seaver Myers (Sophomore), Taylor Reich (Junior), Kris Weeks (Junior) Key losses: Thomas Ashcraft (Graduation), Ben Hughes (Graduation), Sam Rice (Transfer) Key additions: Bo …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 13, 2014
SMU positional series: Mustangs look to replace pair of 1,000-yard wide receivers
Position: Wide Receivers Key returnees: Jeremiah Gaines (Sophomore), Nate Halverson (Sophomore), Arrius Holleman (Junior), Darius Joseph (Junior), Cedric Lancaster (RS Freshman), Stephen Nelson (Senior), Deion Sanders Jr. (Sophomore), Daijuan Stewart (Sophomore), Der’rikk Thompson (Senior) Key losses: Keenan Holman (Graduation), Jeremy …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 13, 2014
SMU positional series: Daniel Gresham could start at RB as true freshman
Position: Running Backs Key returnees: Prescott Line (Sophomore), KC Nlemchi (Junior) Key losses: Traylon Shead (Declared early) Key additions: Daniel Gresham (Incoming freshman) 2013 recap: Traylon Shead came in with a lot of hype after being named a JUCO All-American …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 13, 2014
SMU positional series: Neal Burcham expected to replace Garrett Gilbert at QB
Position: Quarterbacks Key returnees: Neal Burcham (Sophomore), Kolney Cassel (RS Freshman), Austin Kent (Sophomore), Garrett Krstich (Junior) Key losses: Garrett Gilbert (Graduation), Conner Preston (Graduation) Key additions: Darrell Colbert (Incoming freshman), Jordan Severt (Incoming freshman) 2013 recap: Garrett Gilbert finally …
Texas College Blog | Dallas Morning News Apr 10, 2014
SMU ranked No. 74 in best college football coaching jobs; Ponies’ tradition and fan base support are non-existent
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