Official: SMU vs. TCU Thread

[Harry0569]

TCU (2-0) at SMU (0-3) Sept. 27, 12:00, CBS Sports Network

Here's The Deal: Former Southwest Conference rivals TCU and SMU meet in Dallas for the 94th revival of the Battle for the Iron Skillet. No one knows too much about this year’s Horned Frogs, which have only played twice, handling Samford and Minnesota. They’ve got this test across town before next week’s visit from Oklahoma that’ll provide an indication of how high the ceiling in Fort Worth might be in 2014. The Mustangs haven’t left the skillet since the season began. They’ve been outscored 146-12, with the most recent pounding coming in Tom Mason’s debut as interim coach.
Why TCU Might Win: SMU is complete disarray. TCU, on the other hand, is focused and well-rested following last week’s bye. The Mustangs are averaging three yards per play, one yard a carry, and have scored one offensive touchdown. This will be an easy assignment for defensive-minded Gary Patterson, who’ll lean on LB Paul Dawson, tackles Chucky Hunter and safeties Sam Carter and Chris Hackett to keep SMU skidding.
Why SMU Might Win: The Horned Frogs are still evolving in their new offensive scheme, which could provide an opening for the Mustangs to attack from the second level with linebackers Jonathan Yenga and Stephon Sanders. TCU has been one-dimensional so far, QB Trevone Boykin, and it struggled on third downs in the Minnesota win.
Who To Watch Out For: Boykin needs more help if the Horned Frogs are going to compete for a Big 12 title. WR Josh Doctson is a playmaker on the outside, but someone needs to emerge from the glut of similar backs this weekend. Boykin leads the team in carries and yards, categories that should be dominated by B.J. Catalon or Aaron Green.
What’s Going To Happen: TCU would have to completely look past SMU to succumb this weekend. And even then, the Horned Frogs would likely get out of Dallas with a W. They’ll suffocate the impotent Mustang offense, while getting another productive day from Boykin to coast to a lopsided win.
Prediction: TCU 42 … SMU 3
Line: TCU -31 o/u: 49.5
Must Watch Factor: (5: Roosevelts: An Intimate History – 1: Red Band Society) … 2

[DanFreibergerForHeisman]

No TDs again?

[PonySnob]

No TDs again?

Could easily happen

[Nacho]

our helmets will be awesome.

[Harry0569]

our helmets will be awesome.

the one redeeming quality.

[DanFreibergerForHeisman]

our helmets will be awesome.

Did anybody else find it odd they only showed the helmet in the uniform section of the gameday infographic?

I wonder if we are going to have some new crazy alternate uniform to go with the helmets?

[Stallion]

Yes how are we supposed to determine which color to wear

[StallionsModelT]

TCU 31
SMU 6

[DanFreibergerForHeisman]

Yes how are we supposed to determine which color to wear

I am going to wear red in honor of the helmets.

I assume we are wearing blue, but I guess we will know in 24 hours.

[GiddyUp]

Helmets will look cool. We can pray for the little wins like 1 TD

TCU 65
SMU 3

[CenTXpony]

TCU 45
SMU 9

[malonish]

SMU 72
TCU 42

[mrydel]

SMU 72
TCU 42

How many did Moore and Kennedy score?

[SMUinMIA]

SMU's going to win!

When things are bad, people think they will always be bad. When their good, always good. SMU's been down, but its going to all turn around tomorrow with a TCU upset. Here's why:

Our offense looked far better with Garrett Krstich. He looks like a mature, even keeled QB, that knows the offense, has some grit, and will keep things moving. We don't need great, we need good for 4 quarters. The offensive line last week was far better than the first two miserable performances. Pope and Line both had some good runs. With the offense making drives and scoring points, our defense won't get worn out and will be better too.

SMU has played three strong teams. TCU has played nobody. Tomorrow's going to be a sunny day in Gerald Ford Stadium.

All the moaners are going to drink some shut up juice tomorrow. Tom Mason and SMU are going to Fry the Frogs in the Iron Skillet!

[sbsmith]

TCU 48

SMU 0