SMU vs TCU: Mustangs Poised for Upset Win as Favorites Over Horned Frogs
The SMU Mustangs (2-1, 0-0 American) and TCU Horned Frogs (2-1, 1-0 Big 12) are set to face off Saturday afternoon at Amon G. Carter Stadium in the Mustangs' first road game
Game outlook
The SMU Mustangs (2-1, 0-0 American) and TCU Horned Frogs (2-1, 1-0 Big 12) are set to face off Saturday afternoon at Amon G. Carter Stadium in the Mustangs' first road game of the season. The Horned Frogs have an 8-2 record in the past 10 games against SMU and most recently won 36-13 as seven-point favorites over the Houston Cougars. The Mustangs are also coming off a win, 69-0 against Prairie View as 42-point favorites.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 9/23/2023 @ 12:00pm EST
Where: Amon G. Carter Stadium Stadium Mustangs vs Horned Frogs Betting Odds Moneyline: Mustangs +205 | Horned Frogs -245
Spread: Mustangs +6.5 (-110) | Horned Frogs -6.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 63.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that TCU will win straight-up is 71%.
SMU Mustangs
The Mustangs won their last game over the Panthers, and look to keep the momentum with a win over the Horned Frogs. SMU is averaging 37.3 points per game, throwing for 295.7 yards and rushing for 167.7 yards per game. Preston Stone has 798 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and two interceptions. LJ Johnson Jr. leads the team with 27 carries for 153 yards and one touchdown, while Jake Bailey leads the team with 13 catches for 136 yards. The defense is giving up 14 points per game and will need another solid effort to get the win. SMU is ranked 96 in offense, 60 in defense, and have a record of 1-1.