The Stanford Cardinal will take on the SMU Mustangs in Week 7 of the 2025 regular season. The game is set for Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM. Fans can catch the action at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas, TX, or watch it on CW.

Stanford vs. SMU Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: SMU Mustangs -1166. SMU has a strong home record of 2-1 this season and has shown consistency when playing as the favorite. Stanford has struggled on the road with a 0-3 record.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 55.5. Both teams have been part of high-scoring games recently, with Stanford’s last three games going over the total. SMU also tends to score well at home.

Team Trends

• Stanford has struggled on the road this season with a 0-3 record.
• SMU has a strong home record this season, winning 2 out of 3 games.
• Stanford’s offense ranks 72nd in passing yards this season with 1,167 yards.
• SMU’s defense is ranked 11th in sacks with 13 this season.
• SMU scored 42 points in their season opener against East Texas A&M.

Stanford vs SMU Preview

The Stanford Cardinal will travel to Dallas to face the SMU Mustangs in Week 7 of the 2025 season. Stanford enters the game with a 2-3 record, struggling on the road with three losses. They hold a 1-1 record in conference play, placing them 10th in the standings. Their recent win gives them a bit of momentum heading into this matchup.

SMU, on the other hand, has a 3-2 record and is 1-0 in conference games. They are ranked 4th in the conference standings. The Mustangs have shown strength at home with two wins and one loss. Both teams aim to improve their standings in the Atlantic Coast Conference with a victory this Saturday.

SMU Mustangs Overview

The SMU Mustangs play in the Atlantic Coast Conference and call Gerald J. Ford Stadium their home. This season, they hold a 3-2 record, with a 2-1 record at home. Their last postseason game was against Penn State, where they lost 38-10.

Kevin Jennings is a standout QB for the Mustangs, leading the team with 1,411 passing yards and 13 touchdowns in 5 games. In the running game, TJ Harden has rushed for 375 yards and scored 5 touchdowns in 5 games. Romello Brinson is a top WR with 436 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns.

Offensively, the Mustangs have scored 170 points this season, ranking them 37th. Their defense has allowed 124 points, placing them 71st. They are known for their strong performance as favorites, with a 27-3 record in their last 30 games in this role.

Stanford Cardinal Preview: Road Struggles and Key Players

The Stanford Cardinal are part of the Atlantic Coast Conference. They have a 2-3 record this season. At home, they are undefeated, but on the road, they are winless with a 0-3 record.

Quarterback Ben Gulbranson leads Stanford with 1,167 passing yards and 5 touchdowns in 5 games. Running back Micah Ford is another key player, rushing for 347 yards and scoring 3 touchdowns. Wide receiver Bryce Farrell has contributed 338 receiving yards and 1 touchdown.

Stanford’s offense has scored 103 points this season, which ranks 80th. Their defense has allowed 147 points, ranking them 90th. They won their last game 30-29 against San Jose State, but face challenges with several players listed as questionable or out.

Final Betting Pick

SMU is a good pick on the money line due to their strong home performance. They have a 2-1 record at home this season. SMU has also been successful when favored, winning 27 of their last 30 games as favorites. This trend suggests they perform well in expected victories.

The over 55.5 prediction is supported by recent high-scoring games. Stanford’s last three games have gone over the total, showing a pattern of high scores. SMU also scores well at home, making the over a solid choice. Both teams have shown they can put up points, which supports the over prediction.

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