SMU had no problems handling the jump to the Atlantic Coast Conference. Now the No. 8 Mustangs will look to complete an unbeaten run through the ACC in their inaugural season when they face perennial conference power Clemson on Saturday night in Charlotte.
SMU running back Brashard Smith smiles after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against California, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Dallas. SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings celebrates a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against California, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Dallas. Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik walks off the field after losing to South Carolina in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Clemson, S.C.
The ACC will receive $4 million for each team that makes the CFP and each team that advances to the playoff quarterfinals and $6 million for each team that advances to the playoff semifinal and championship game. In addition, each conference will receive $3 million to cover expenses from each round for a team participating in the CFP.“If that happens, like let’s dream big, hey, why not? Fran Brown, he’s going to be riding in the car with me, convertible, through downtown Clemson,” Swinney said.
He has 1,157 yards and 14 touchdowns rushing, and also has 29 catches for 269 yards and three more scores. In the regular-season finale against California, he had 134 total yards with two touchdowns. SMU lost two of its top receivers to season-ending injuries midway through its conference schedule: tight end RJ Maryland — the son of former No. 1 overall NFL draft pick Russell Maryland — and receiver Jake Bailey.
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