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Kevin Jennings leads SMU as a Heisman hopeful in final season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 10:18 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Kevin Jennings leads SMU as a Heisman hopeful in final season

Summary

Kevin Jennings, SMU quarterback, enters his final season with a strong campaign for the Heisman Trophy. As the starter since 2024, he has led the Mustangs to a 19-7 record and is nearing school career records with 7,709 passing yards and 55 touchdowns. Jennings has remained committed to SMU, acknowledging the loyalty shown by the coaching staff. The Mustangs, currently ranked No. 19, are looking to make a significant playoff run after their successful transition to the Atlantic Coast Conference. A dedicated recovery center is being named after Jennings, marking a first in college football for an active player.

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By the Numbers

•Jennings has thrown for 7,709 yards and 55 touchdowns at SMU.
•The Mustangs are 14-2 in ACC regular-season games since 2024.
•Jennings is campaigning for the Heisman Trophy this season.
•SMU has not been in the AP preseason poll since 1985.
•A recovery center will be named after Jennings at SMU.

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10:18 PMYahoo Sports — Kevin Jennings unexpectedly got to stay home, QB now in final season at SMU as Heisman hopeful

What they're saying

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Jennings is 19-7 as SMU’s starter, with his 7,709 yards and 55 touchdowns passing in reach of the school career records (9,081 yards, 72 TDs).
— Yahoo Sports

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