- Matchup: Stanford Cardinal vs SMU Mustangs
- Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
- Venue: Gerald J. Ford Stadium, Dallas, TX
- Broadcast: The CW Network
- Betting Odds: Mustangs favored by 18.0 points
- Over/Under Total: 55 points
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This Saturday, October 11, 2025, the SMU Mustangs (3-2) will host the Stanford Cardinal (2-3) at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. SMU enters the game as 18.0-point favorites, with the over/under set at 55 points.
The Stanford Cardinal, currently at 2-3 this season, recently secured a close victory against the San Jose State Spartans, finishing 30-29. In that game, the Cardinal made 26 rushing attempts, gaining a total of 37 yards for an average of 1.4 yards per carry. Overall, they ran 69 offensive plays and amassed 481 total yards. Defensively, Stanford allowed 36 completed passes on 58 attempts, yielding 473 passing yards at a completion percentage of 62.1%. On the ground, they conceded 51 yards across 14 attempts, averaging 3.6 yards per rush.
When it comes to scoring, the Stanford Cardinal average 20.6 points per game, contributing 96.2 rushing yards per contest, ranking them 126th in Division 1. Thus far, they’ve accumulated 1,648 total offensive yards. Stanford has recorded 5 passing and 5 rushing touchdowns, with a total of 86 first downs while facing 32 penalties for a total of 280 yards. The Cardinal have committed 6 turnovers this season.
On the defensive side, Stanford ranks 105th nationally, allowing an average of 29.4 points per game. Opposing teams average 3.9 yards per rushing attempt, totaling 113.2 rushing yards per game, with 566 rushing yards given up in total. Through the air, Stanford has surrendered 1,575 yards, placing them 132nd in D-1, with an average of 315.0 passing yards allowed per game and a completion percentage of 66.7%. Their overall average for yards conceded is 428.2 per game, ranking them 121st. So far, they’ve allowed 11 passing touchdowns and 4 rushing touchdowns.
The SMU Mustangs come into this game with a 3-2 record this season. Their latest outing was a 31-18 victory over the Syracuse Orange. During that game, they recorded a total of 370 yards across 64 plays, averaging 5.8 yards per play. In the rushing department, SMU averaged 2.7 yards per carry, totaling 76 yards on 28 rushes. Defensively, they allowed 110 rushing yards on 33 attempts, averaging 3.3 yards per carry. The Mustangs’ pass defense recorded a completion percentage of 48.9%, giving up 279 passing yards on 22 completions out of 45 attempts.
In terms of scoring efficiency, the Mustangs rank 44th in Division 1 with an average of 34.0 points per game. They register an average of 412.0 total yards per game, putting them at 56th nationally. The SMU offense has accumulated 354 penalty yards from 35 infractions, making them 47th in the nation regarding penalties. They have thrown 6 interceptions and allowed 3 fumbles while managing to achieve 112 first downs. This season, SMU has amassed 1,420 passing yards, averaging 284.0 yards per game, which ranks them 23rd in D-1. Their rushing game has seen them average 128.0 yards per game, totaling 640 yards for the season.
The Mustangs’ defense allows 24.8 points per game, placing them 76th in Division 1. They have relinquished a total of 569 rushing yards (113.8 yards per game) along with 4 rushing touchdowns this season. On the pass defense side, they have allowed 11 touchdowns and 323.4 passing yards per game, ranking 136th nationally. The Mustangs have participated in 392 defensive plays, placing them 118th in the country. They have recovered 3 fumbles and secured 9 interceptions this season, yielding a total of 124 points.
Who will emerge victorious in this Stanford vs. SMU college football showdown?
Prediction: Take the Cardinal +18.0
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