DISCIPLINE: How Indiana's Formula Could TRANSFORM SMU's Future Playoff Chances—Can SMU COPY It?

Indiana Hoosiers set the standard for sustained college football success, but can the SMU Mustangs overcome their Achilles heel to match it? Grayson Singleton examines the striking parallels between Indiana’s disciplined execution and SMU’s talent-rich roster, spotlighting the culture built by Rhett Lashlee and the Mustangs’ lingering struggles with penalties and consistency. Is SMU just a few adjustments away from becoming perennial contenders in the ACC Championship and College Football Playoff?

The spotlight shifts to SMU men’s basketball and their glaring big man problem, as Samet Igatolu’s inefficiency and rebounding woes threaten to derail their NCAA tournament hopes. Plus, there’s recruiting buzz: three-star defensive tackle Amari Vickerson commits to SMU’s 2027 class, beating out programs like Texas and Texas A&M. Grayson Singleton breaks down the impact of this key addition and what it signals for the Mustangs’ future in both football and basketball.

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