SMU wins big against Stanford in October showdown

On Saturday night, Stanford University, located in the United States, faced a significant setback by losing to No. 21 Southern Methodist University (SMU) with a score of 40-10. The game featured a dominant performance by SMU's quarterback, Kevin Jennings, who delivered three long touchdown passes in the first quarter alone, establishing an early lead for his team. Stanford struggled to keep pace, with their own quarterback, Ashton Daniels, replaced by Elijah Brown during the game as they aimed for a much-needed spark. The switch at quarterback allowed Brown to throw for 153 yards and score a touchdown, but it ultimately wasn't enough to turn the tide for Stanford. The Cardinal's poor performance marked a continuation of their struggles this season, as they now stand with a record of 2-5 and remain winless at home against Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) opponents during coach Troy Taylor's tenure. Notably, Stanford was outscored by 122 points in their last four games, illustrating the depth of their recent challenges. Despite SMU's impressive win, they also made several mistakes, including fumbles and an interception that allowed Stanford to score. Looking ahead, both teams have critical games next week, with Stanford hosting Wake Forest to try to rebound from their recent woes, while SMU faces Duke.