Can Mustangs bounce back against UNT?

[Harry]

Now on to the North Texas game. The Mean Green had an unusual Week 1 bye, so we don’t really know what, exactly, will show up Saturday at Ford Stadium. North Texas went 4-8, but embarrassed SMU, 43-6. This definitely will be a revenge game for SMU. Because around here at SMU, its almost a set standard that we do not lose to North Texas.

If SMU wants to go bowling this year, this is a must-win. If anyone is going to take SMU somewhat seriously, then they need to look down SMU’s schedule at the end of the season and see a “W” next to the North Texas game.

Game plan: North Texas gave up 161 rushing yards per game last season. The Mustangs ran the ball surprisingly well last week, so look for Morris to utilize Prescott Line and now the other potential rushing leader, Xavier Jones. Also, Davis needs to remain healthy if this team is to have a chance at success. Davis is the clear leader and the engine that makes this offense tick. North Texas did a decent job covering the pass, only giving up 207 yards per game in the air last season, but I get the feeling that Morris will throw that stat out the window and take lots of deep shots as he did last Friday. The key will be whether SMU can make stops and get its defense off the field. North Texas was a very below-average offense last year, so this is a good matchup for SMU. Look to see improvement in the secondary, after the defensive backs started their season with the huge test against Baylor.

Nate’s take: SMU 31 UNT 17

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[malonish]

Nate's a bright kid.

[greenit]

Sorry @malonish...

[Ben Gooding]

In short, no. 

[NorthTexan95]

That is well written for a 14 year old.  I applaud the kid for the work though I disagree with the predicted outcome. 

[MeanGreenTexan]

I'm really digging the 2+ TD spreads these dudes are predicting.  It's almost as if they've completely forgotten about not only the whipping they took @Apogee last year, but their entire season as a whole.

Can't blame 'em.  It was a disaster on the Dodge level.

[oldguystudent]

 

Can't blame 'em.  It was a disaster on the Dodge level.

Eleven serious ass kicking and one lucky last minute win against a questionable team.  I'd say their 2014 was parallel to our 2008

[MeanGreenTexan]

Eleven serious ass kicking and one lucky last minute win against a questionable team.  I'd say their 2014 was parallel to our 2008

I have no idea what you're talking about.

UNT: 500
SMU: -3

[southsideguy]

Nate is the guy in the white shirt!

[malonish]

Nate is the guy in the white shirt!

He hit early puberty.