The SMU Mustangs will play against the California Golden Bears on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The game will take place at California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley, CA, and kick off at 8:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on ESPN2.

SMU vs. California Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: SMU Mustangs -546. SMU has a strong record as favorites, winning 26 of their last 30 games. They also have a good away record, winning 13 of their last 15 road games.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 53.5. SMU’s offense is ranked 15th in passing yards, and California’s defense ranks 108th in points allowed. This suggests a high-scoring game.

Team Trends

• SMU Mustangs are ranked #25 in both the AP and Coaches Polls.
• California Golden Bears have a home record of 3-2 this season.
• SMU Mustangs have a road record of 3-2 this season.
• California Golden Bears’ passing offense ranks 31st with 2912 yards this season.
• SMU Mustangs’ defense ranks 4th in sacks with 35 this season.

SMU vs California Preview

The SMU Mustangs are set to play the California Golden Bears in an exciting game this Saturday. SMU, ranked #25 in both the AP and Coaches Polls, holds an 8-3 record. They have been strong in conference games, with a 6-1 record, and are on a three-game win streak. This game is crucial for SMU as they aim to maintain their top spot in the conference.

The California Golden Bears enter the game with a 6-5 record. They are looking to bounce back from a recent loss. Their conference record stands at 3-4, placing them 11th in the standings. Playing at home, the Golden Bears hope to use their 3-2 home record to their advantage against the Mustangs.

California Golden Bears at Home

The California Golden Bears play in the Atlantic Coast Conference. They play at the California Memorial Stadium. This season, their home record stands at 3-2.

Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele leads the team as a quarterback. He has played 11 games with 2,779 passing yards and 13 touchdowns. His fantasy points total is 149.7.

Kendrick Raphael is the top running back with 751 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns. Jacob De Jesus leads the wide receivers with 86 receptions and 787 receiving yards. The team has scored 260 points this season and ranks 81st in points for.

SMU Mustangs Season Overview

The SMU Mustangs hold the #25 spot in both the AP and Coaches Poll rankings. This season, they have an 8-3 record. Their road record is 3-2, which matches the California Golden Bears’ home performance.

Kevin Jennings leads the Mustangs as their quarterback. He has thrown for 3,113 yards with 24 touchdowns over 11 games. His efforts have earned him 223.3 fantasy points this season.

On the ground, TJ Harden is the top running back for SMU. He has 702 rushing yards and six touchdowns. Jordan Hudson stands out among the wide receivers with 50 receptions and 691 receiving yards.

Final Betting Pick

SMU Mustangs are a strong pick for the money line at -546. They have a solid record as favorites, winning 26 of their last 30 games. On the road, they have won 13 of their last 15 games, showing they can perform well away from home.

The over 53.5 is a good choice for this game. SMU’s offense ranks 15th in passing yards, which suggests they can score many points. California’s defense ranks 108th in points allowed, indicating they might struggle to stop SMU’s offense. This combination points to a high-scoring game.

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