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SMU Mustangs sit 4-1 and third in the ACC, but red zone struggles threaten their playoff hopes. After a gritty 25-16 win over Boston College, Kevin Jennings and Marques White shine while conversion failures linger. We analyze the strengths and weaknesses ahead of the Virginia matchup on October 17th.

Kevin Jennings threw for 160 yards and two touchdowns while adding a rushing score. Marques White recorded three sacks against BC. Kendrick Raphael rushed for 45 yards and a touchdown. Jalen Cooper caught five passes for 45 yards. David Kniffen Jr. and other receivers await bigger roles.

The hosts discuss the impact of missed two-point conversions and a failed PAT in the BC game. They project SMU's performance against Virginia, emphasizing the need for improved red zone execution and tight end usage. Expectations are set for a 30-point offensive output to secure a comfortable victory.

In this episode: SMU's ACC Standing and Ranking · Strengths and Question Marks · Virginia Preview and Outlook.

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