In their ACC debut, the Mustangs of SMU secured a convincing 42-16 victory against Florida State on Saturday night in front of a packed stadium. Quarterback Kevin Jennings shined by throwing three touchdown passes, including two to RJ Maryland and a flea-flicker to Jordan Hudson, totaling 254 passing yards on 16 completions out of 23 attempts.

One of the pivotal moments of the game came when Kobe Wilson intercepted a pass and returned it an impressive 82 yards for a score, showcasing the Mustangs’ strong defensive performance. Adding to their offensive prowess, SMU saw rushing touchdowns from Brashard Smith and Roderick Daniels Jr., keeping them ahead on the scoreboard throughout the game.

On the other side, Florida State struggled to find its footing, with DJ Uiagalelei experiencing a tough night, throwing three interceptions but managing to connect on two touchdown passes. Despite their efforts, FSU could not keep up with the Mustangs’ momentum.

Looking ahead, Florida State is set to face Clemson in their upcoming game, while SMU is gearing up for a series of road games in the ACC, starting with a matchup against Louisville.

This game highlighted SMU’s strength on both offense and defense, positioning them as a formidable competitor in the ACC this season. With their explosive plays and solid performance on both ends of the field, SMU made a statement in their first conference game.

As the season progresses, both teams will need to make adjustments and improvements to strive for success in the highly competitive ACC conference. SMU’s victory over Florida State serves as a confidence booster as they prepare to take on upcoming challenges in their schedule.