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SMU Football History
Championships, records and rivalries
Program history
SMU history
SMU's football history spans championship teams in the 1930s and 1980s, a return to major conference play, and games at Gerald J. Ford Stadium.
SMU history
Recognized title seasons
SMU Athletics lists football national championship selections in 1935, 1981, and 1982. The 1980s teams remain part of the Mustangs' most visible football era.
The program later rebuilt and moved through several conference homes. Its contemporary team plays in the ACC, a move that brought regular games with Atlantic coast opponents.
SMU history
Gerald J. Ford Stadium
SMU plays at Gerald J. Ford Stadium on its Dallas campus. The 2026 home schedule includes UC Davis, Missouri State, Boston College, Virginia, Cal, Virginia Tech, and Wake Forest.
The Mustangs finished 9–4 in 2025, ending the season with a Holiday Bowl win over Arizona. That finished season is the comparison point for their current 2026 results.
SMU history
A wider ACC schedule
The 2026 slate combines Dallas home games with road trips to Florida State, Louisville, Syracuse, Notre Dame, and Stanford. The Louisville game was SMU's only loss through October 3.
Rhett Lashlee leads the program. This site's schedule, roster, and coaching pages keep current names and results distinct from the historical championship seasons.
FAQ
SMU history questions
Which SMU football seasons are listed as national championship selections?
SMU Athletics lists 1935, 1981, and 1982.
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