Free Sports Game Preview and Prediction: Arizona vs. SMU
Friday, January 02, 2026 8:00 PM
Play: Point Spread: +3/-120 SMU
This should be an amazing game. I feel SMU should handle Arizona primarily because of its slightly more dynamic offense and a bit of an advantage running the ball. The Mustangs speed and talent, particularly at RB, might exploit some weaknesses in the Wildcats LBs. The Mustangs defense has also shown up against the run, giving up just 3.03 YPC. SMU's offense is led by QB, Kevin Jennings, who had a strong TD/Int ratio, at 2.6-1 also have an explosive receiving corps.
Arizona has been really great at making negative plays for opponents, but their run defense lacks a bit.
The Wildcats just do not have enough bigtime playmakers to create havoc on offense here. Behind Brent Brennan, I just don't think the Wildcats offense will be aggressive enough.
SMU wins taking the points
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