The Mustang Mood is the go-to SMU sports podcast for passionate Mustang fans. Hosted by Walker, Jay, Yonnic, Ben, and George — a group of opinionated and loyal SMU alumni — the show dives into SMU football, SMU basketball, and everything else SMU athletics as the Mustangs enter the ACC. Join us as we break down games, interview players, debate hot takes, and keep you in the loop on everything happening on the Hilltop. Whether you’re a current student or a die-hard alum, this is the SMU podcast you don’t want to miss. Share your moods via voice memo here: https://www.speakpipe.com/themustangmood
SMU Volleyball vs. No. 2 Pitt: Biggest Test of the Season | Pitt Preview
Check out www.themustangmood.comIt’s Pitt week for SMU Volleyball.George Carson breaks down the biggest matchup of the season as No. 6 SMU Volleyball takes on No. 2 Pittsburgh twice this week. The Mustangs enter the matchup 4-0 in ACC play after sweeping Stanford, Syracuse and Boston College while defeating Cal 3-1.George previews both matches against the Panthers, including Pitt’s 14-0 record, 27 consecutive sets won and one of the nation’s most dominant offenses. He also breaks down the matchup with two-time reigning National Player of the Year Olivia Babcock, setter Izzy Stark and the rest of Pitt’s starting lineup.The episode also covers SMU’s biggest keys to the matchup, including slowing down Babcock, winning the battle at the net, spreading the offense and serving aggressively against one of the best teams in the country.SMU and Pitt will meet Wednesday night in Pittsburgh before returning to Moody Coliseum on Sunday for the second matchup.Wednesday, October 7 — 6 PM CT — ACC NetworkSunday, October 11 — 2 PM CT — Moody ColiseumPack Moody. Pony Up.#SMU #SMUVolleyball #CollegeVolleyball #PittVolleyball #ACCVolleyball #PittsburghPanthers
3 Oct 2026
SMU defeats Boston College 25-16 | Marques White, Kevin Jennings & Becoming Hard to Beat
Visit The Mustang Mood: themustangmood.com SMU beat Boston College 25-16 in a rain-soaked grind at Gerald J. Ford Stadium, moving to 4-1 overall and 2-1 in ACC play. It wasn't pretty. The Mustangs managed just 218 yards of offense, botched two PATs and somehow faced a fourth-and-50, but the defense showed up when it mattered.On this episode of The Mustang Mood, George, Jay and Ben break down the win and what it says about this team heading into the bye week. Kevin Jennings accounted for three touchdowns, throwing scores to Randy Pittman Jr. and Derrick McFall and punching one in himself, even as the nation's leading passer was held to 160 yards through the air in the slop.The guys also dig into a monster day from Marques White, who had three of SMU's five sacks, including a strip-sack that Aakil Washington returned 34 yards to set up a touchdown. They also get into Kendrick Raphael's score, the holding penalties that kept killing drives, and the special teams issues that just won't go away.With a bye week up next and Virginia coming to Dallas on Oct. 17, the conversation turns to the ACC race, SMU's path to Charlotte and whether the offense can get back on track for a College Football Playoff push.Boston College had its chances, including a wide-open drop on fourth down in the fourth quarter, but the Mustangs found a way. Ugly wins count too.Pony up.Visit The Mustang Mood: themustangmood.com
28 Sept 2026
SMU Survives Missouri State 34-24 | Kevin Jennings, Turnovers & What’s Next
Check out https://www.ponchooutdoors.com/mustangmood for the best shirts in the game!SMU defeated Missouri State 34-24 at Gerald J. Ford Stadium, but it was far from the dominant win many expected. The Mustangs piled up 592 yards of offense, but turnovers, 12 penalties for 160 yards and continued struggles in the kicking game kept Missouri State in the game.On this episode of The Mustang Mood, George and Yonnic break down SMU’s win over Missouri State and what it means moving forward. Kevin Jennings had one of the best games of his SMU career, finishing 33-of-39 for 464 yards and three touchdowns while setting multiple SMU career and consecutive-completion records.The guys also take a closer look at KJ’s interception, Yamir Knight’s big game, Kendrick Raphael’s all-around performance, Jalen Cooper, Theo Melin Ohrstrom’s two touchdowns and a breakout defensive performance from Tavion Atkinson.With Louisville getting a loss and the ACC race tightening up, the conversation also turns toward SMU’s path through the rest of the conference schedule, Virginia, Boston College and the possibility of a College Football Playoff run.Missouri State played SMU tough, but the Mustangs still came away with the win. Now it’s about cleaning up the mistakes before the schedule gets tougher.Pony up.Visit The Mustang Mood: themustangmood.com
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