SMU - # 20 in football

[SC Pony]

Southern Methodist University was ranked #20 in one of the nation's most prestigous preseason football polls.

http://www.sportspagedallas.com/pdf/08.10.07.web.pdf

[jtstang]

perennial losers? That's kinda harsh. Only we should be able to say that.

[PK]

By Jay Howard/Correspondent
([email protected])

20
SMU

"Go ahead and laugh...I'll wait. Finished? You might be giggling now, but this team is no joke. The Mustangs return 18 starters from a team that went 6-6 a year ago, including standout freshman quarterback Justin Willis and a healthy running back in junior DeMyron Martin. It might be funny to think of these perennial losers as top 20, but no one will be laughing after SMU knocks off Texas Tech on Labor Day."

I don't know about that...we will probably be laughing and yelling our heads off hysterically after we knock off Tech.

[Sam I Am]

As much as I like positive endorsements for SMU, does this guy have
20-20 vision? I want what he's having.

[Cadillac]

Sheesh, I feel like we're all on candid camera.

-CoS

[perunapower]

If Martin or one of the other running
backs can gain a respectable amount
of yards on the ground, SMU could easily
have the best offense in
C-USA.

Athlon has the Mustangs going 6-6 or
7-5, which in my mind is really selling
them short. They will probably lead CUSA
in offense and their special teams
will be among the best in the conference.
The only thing that could keep them from
winning a conference title is the defense,
namely three inexperienced starters up
front. If the line and secondary grow and
gel together, I see no reason why SMU
cannot go 7-1 or 8-0 in conference. Look
for a breakout season for the Mustangs
and ideally, a long and lucrative contract
extension for Phil Bennett.

Wow.

Go ahead and laugh…I’ll wait. Finished? You
might be giggling now, but this team is no joke. The
Mustangs return 18 starters from a team that went 6-
6 a year ago, including standout freshman quarterback
Justin Willis and a healthy running back in junior
DeMyron Martin. It might seem funny to think
of these perennial losers as a Top 20 team, but no
one will be laughing after SMU knocks off Texas
Tech on Labor Day.

Perennial losers. That's just not right... well yeah, I guess it kind of is.

[PK]

These guys may be crazy, but I don't care...they are like free advertising. Not only are they talking about us, but in a positive way! People really do read that publication and they just might get interested enough by these articles to buy a ticket and take a peek.

[smupony94]

These guys may be crazy, but I don't care...they are like free advertising. Not only are they talking about us, but in a positive way! People really do read that publication and they just might get interested enough by these articles to buy a ticket and take a peek.

Mmmm the red kool aide tastes good

[JesuitPony]

I'm in! Although a top 25 ranking seems a little optimistic, I like the positive pub. Between CSTV, CBS Sportsline and this article, it looks like at least some in the media see the potential that this year's squad possesses.

Pony Up!

[SmooPower]

YES PLEASE

[Mustang98]

Someone is drinking some sugar coated Kool-Aid. I love the optimism and most of the stuff he says is true. If the defense gels then what he says could happen. I agree with everything except the Top 25 ranking. Even Cougar High couldn't crack the top 25 after winning the conference championship last year.

[westexSMU]

First CSTV analyst says SMU will WIN CUSA and then this, # 20 in the Nation ! Bright Sunshine ! feels good anyway.... would really be nice at the end of the year....

[perunapower]

First CSTV analyst says SMU will WIN CUSA and then this, # 20 in the Nation ! Bright Sunshine ! feels good anyway.... would really be nice at the end of the year....

I hope your sunglasses are polarized and have UV protection. Better yet, you might want to invest in a pair of Oakleys.

[westexSMU]

[quote="perunapower"][quote="westexSMU"]First CSTV analyst says SMU will WIN CUSA and then this, # 20 in the Nation ! Bright Sunshine ! feels good anyway.... would really be nice at the end of the year....[/quote]

I hope your sunglasses are polarized and have UV protection. Better yet, you might want to invest in a pair of Oakleys.[/quote]...........Yeah, I think I will just in case !

[PonyKai]

Hey it says it in on the last page of the team workout/team book as the last goal for the season, Finish in the Top 25.