Among the highlights to SMU’s season was a 26-20 overtime victory over No. 10 Miami. The Mustangs also beat Clemson (35-24), Boston College (45-13) and Louisville (38-6) during the second half of the season.

Can SMU solve Arizona’s stingy pass defense? Can the Wildcats score touchdowns in the red zone against the Mustangs? Breaking down those matchups and more.

Lashlee has ambitious coaching aspirations with the Mustangs, but “Job No. 1″ is managing his four kids with wife Lauren.

Dallas; Sunday, 3 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Mustangs -20.5; over/under is 174.5 BOTTOM LINE: CSU Fullerton takes on SMU after Jefferson Monegro scored 20 points in CSU Fullerton's 94-89 loss to the Oklahoma State Cowboys.

SOUTHLAKE, Texas — Riley Dodge, the head football coach of perennial state contenders Carroll High School and Carroll ISD's athletic director, announced Christmas Eve he is leaving the district for a position at Southern Methodist University.

Mustangs' decision to add Riley Dodge brings fresh direction, deep Dallas ties, and a focus on rebuilding key roster spots.