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SMU Hosts Syracuse in ACC Opener, Aiming for Victory

10/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Southern Methodist University (SMU) hosts Syracuse in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) opener on Oct 4, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. ET in Dallas.
Second meeting; SMU leads 1-0 since 1932.
Syracuse's Rickie Collins starts after Angeli's injury; Jennings has 1,126 yards and nine TDs.
The game airs on ACC Network; SMU is favored by 17.5 after a bye.

History

Historical Context

Southern Methodist University (SMU) faced Syracuse for the first time in 1932, a pivotal year that marked the rise of its football program and the formation of the Southwest Conference. Despite a challenging history, including the NCAA's "death penalty" in 1987 for recruiting violations, SMU has evolved, now competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference as of 2025, reflecting the dynamic nature of college athletics.

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Story summary

Southern Methodist University (SMU) hosts Syracuse in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) opener on Oct 4, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. ET in Dallas.
Second meeting; SMU leads 1-0 since 1932.
Syracuse's Rickie Collins starts after Angeli's injury; Jennings has 1,126 yards and nine TDs.
The game airs on ACC Network; SMU is favored by 17.5 after a bye.

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