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SMU Mustangs set for top-25 matchup against Louisville Cardinals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:41 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

SMU Mustangs set for top-25 matchup against Louisville Cardinals
Summary

The SMU Mustangs, led by head coach Rhett Lashlee, face the Louisville Cardinals this weekend in a significant top-25 matchup in the ACC. SMU enters the contest undefeated and looks to continue their success against Louisville, having previously beaten the Cardinals since joining the conference. Quarterback Kevin Jennings is a critical factor for the Mustangs, leading the country in total offense per game. Louisville's defense must strategize to contain Jennings, who has demonstrated vulnerability under pressure. The game will be pivotal for SMU's chances at the ACC championship game.

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  • •SMU is undefeated, traveling to Louisville for a critical ACC matchup.
  • •Quarterback Kevin Jennings leads the nation in total offense per game.
  • •Louisville aims to contain Jennings, who has shown some vulnerability.
  • •The outcome could impact SMU's chances for the ACC championship.
  • •This will be a top-25 battle with significant ramifications.
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  • 12:41 PMYahoo Sports — Opponent Breakdown: SMU Mustangs Offense
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Rhett Lashlee will bring his undefeated SMU Mustangs to Louisville this weekend for a top-25 matchup with major ramifications in the ACC. Lashlee has had no issues dispatching the Cards since SMU joined the conference two years ago, and he will have his team ready on Saturday, as the Mustangs have a clear path to […]

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