BYU vs SMU picks, predictions, odds: Who wins Week 2 college football game? (2024)

The BYU Cougars and SMU Mustangs play in a college football Week 2 game on Friday, Sept. 6 at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas, Texas.

Which team will win the game?

Check out these picks and predictions for the game, which is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. MST and can be seen on ESPN (stream with this free trial from FUBO).

BYU is coming off a 41-13 win over Southern Illinois in its season opener. SMU won its Week 1 game vs Houston Christian, 59-7.

SMU is a 10-point favorite over BYU in college football odds for the game, according to BetMGM Sportsbook.

The Mustangs are -400 on the moneyline. The Cougars are +310.

The over/under for the game is set at 55.5 points.

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ESPN: SMU has a 79% chance to beat BYU

The site gives the Mustangs a 79% shot at defeating the Cougars in Friday's game.

Sports Chat Place: Bet BYU with the points vs SMU

Randy Chambers writes: "BYU still has questions on both sides of the ball that can’t be figured out when playing Southern Illinois. Until then, I can understand why SMU is a massive favorite at home. However, this is the same SMU team that nearly lost outright opening week to Nevada as 27 point favorites. I’m just not running to the window to lay double-digit chalk after seeing that. Jake Retzlaff is coming off the best game of his career, for what that’s worth, and Martin is a stud running back who could give SMU some trouble. BYU is also 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games as double-digit underdogs. I’m just not completely sold on SMU at these numbers. Give me BYU and the points."

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Pick Dawgz: Take BYU with the points against SMU

Shane Mickle writes: "SMU wants to play two quarterbacks because they are both talented, but at the end of the day I think it’s actually going to hurt them. They aren’t able to get into a rhythm and the lack of that is going to hurt them. BYU might not be as good as the last few years but they still have a good quarterback and they are going to get good quarterback play here. They might not win, but BYU is going to keep this one close. Back BYU against the spread."

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Picks and Parlays: SMU 35, BYU 24

Eddie Kline writes: "BYU benefited from playing inferior opponents in years past and their roster is not ready for Power Four football. SMU has done a great job preparing for their transition to the ACC Conference and will cruise to a home victory that goes over the total."

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Fan Insider: BYU will upset SMU on Friday

Justin Giles writes: "For BYU, this game presents a big opportunity. Traveling and playing in the Texas heat will be a challenge, however, SMU’s lackluster performance and ongoing issues could play to BYU’s advantage. With their defensive line, led by preseason All-Big 12 pick Tyler Batty, poised to capitalize on SMU’s weaknesses, BYU has a solid chance to pull off an upset. Given BYU’s recent history of September surprises, they could well continue their trend of early-season upsets. If BYU wants to go bowling this year, this game can be a make or break for the Cougars."

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BYU vs SMU picks, predictions, odds: Who wins Week 2 college football game? (2024)

FAQs

Who is favored, BYU or smu? ›

The Mustangs are 13-point favorites in the latest BYU vs. SMU odds via SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 55.5, up from opening at 52.5. Before making any SMU vs. BYU picks, you need to see the college football predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine Projection Model.

Who won the BYU Smu game? ›

BYU beats SMU 18-15 to end high-scoring ACC newcomer Mustangs' 9-game win streak at home. DALLAS (AP) — Will Ferrin kicked a 26-yard field goal with 1:58 left after BYU had two big fourth-down runs as the Cougars beat SMU 18-15 on Friday night, ending the Mustangs' nine-game home winning streak.

What channel is BYU vs Smu? ›

The Cougars and Mustangs will face off in a nationally televised matchup on ESPN2.

How many wins does BYU have? ›

The BYU Cougars football team is the college football program representing Brigham Young University (BYU) in Provo, Utah. The Cougars began collegiate football competition in 1922, and have won 23 conference championships and one national championship in 1984.

Is BYU a top 50 school? ›

BYU is one of the top universities in the nation, according to new Wall Street Journal rankings. BYU comes in at No. 20 overall in the newly released 2024 Best Colleges in America rankings from The Wall Street Journal and College Pulse, joining the likes of Princeton, MIT, Yale, Stanford and Harvard in the top 25.

Is SMU liberal or conservative? ›

SMU is often considered to lean more conservative than many other universities. However, like most campuses, there is a diverse range of political opinions and activities among the student body.

What division of football is SMU in? ›

What channel is the BYU game on? ›

BYU is the first football program to garner its own exclusive deal with ESPN to broadcast its games.

What channel is BYU on TDS? ›

Effective March 16, 2023, the BYUtv channel will be on Channel 88 for our TDS TV+ residential and commercial customers. For TDS TV+ markets in the Northwest Region of the United States, the channel will be part of the Access Package.

Has BYU ever been ranked #1? ›

1984, ranked No. 1 — finished the season with 13-0 record. 1983, ranked No. 7 — finished the season with 11-1 record.

Has BYU ever won football championship? ›

Led by junior All-American quarterback Robbie Bosco, BYU started the season on the road by upsetting No. 3 Pittsburgh, 20-14, and finished the season by defeating Michigan, 24-17, in the 1984 Holiday Bowl at Jack Murphy Stadium in San Diego to complete a perfect 13-0 season and become the 1984 National Champions.

Has BYU ever made the Elite 8? ›

BYU's basketball legacy is filled with many unique achievements. In 1981, the Cougars advanced to the Elite Eight when All-American Danny Ainge made what is still considered one of the NCAA tournament's most amazing plays.

Is SMU considered prestigious? ›

Southern Methodist University (SMU) is a well-regarded private university located in Dallas, Texas. While the specific ranking may vary depending on the source, SMU is generally ranked among the top 100 national universities in the United States.

How is SMU ranked nationally? ›

Southern Methodist University's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, #89. Its tuition and fees are $64,460. Despite its name, this private university in Dallas is nonsectarian in its teaching.

Who is BYU main rival? ›

The Brigham Young University (BYU) Cougars and the University of Utah (Utah) Utes have a longstanding intercollegiate rivalry. The annual college football game is frequently referred to as the Holy War.

What is BYU ranked nationally? ›

Brigham Young University is ranked #115 out of 439 National Universities. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence.

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