Stanford (2-3, 1-1 ACC) and SMU (3-2, 1-0 ACC) meet in a Week 7 ACC matchup at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas. Stanford comes in after a bye week, while SMU looks to remain dominant in ACC play.
Stanford, now under interim coach Frank Reich, is led by Oregon transfer quarterback Ben Gulbranson, who has erupted over his last two outings — throwing for 730 yards and four touchdowns.
While the passing game has found rhythm, the ground attack continues to lag, averaging just around 96 rushing yards per game. Defensively, the Cardinal allow 29.4 points and 428 yards per contest, though linebackers Matt Rose and Clay Patterson have been consistent bright spots.
SMU QB Kevin Jennings has thrown for at least 260 yards in every game this season. He torched Stanford last year with roughly 300 passing yards and multiple touchdowns, and continues to spread the ball effectively to receivers like Romello Brinson and dependable slot targets.
The Mustangs balance that with a solid rushing attack averaging 128 yards per game and a defense yielding only 24.8 points per contest.
This will be SMU’s first home game against Stanford, after routing the Cardinal 40–10 last season in Palo Alto.
Stanford-SMU Prediction
Expect SMU to control this one, especially with home-field and a more balanced roster. Stanford may keep it close early if Gulbranson connects deep and the defense forces turnovers, but SMU should eventually pull away.
Projected Score: SMU 38, Stanford 20
How to Watch Stanford vs. SMU
Kickoff for Stanford vs. SMU is set for 12:00 PM Eastern / 11:00 AM Central / 9:00 AM Pacific at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas.
The game airs live nationally on The CW. So you can tune in for free on your local CW affiliate via antenna. The CW is also available at no additional cost through most cable, satellite, and live streaming packages.
Note that the game won’t stream live on The CW app and website, but it is available through live TV streaming platforms that offer your local CW affiliate.
If you’re a cord-cutter without an active livestreaming plan, you can watch the game for free by taking advantage of free trials from DIRECTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo TV, or YouTube TV.
YouTube TV even offers a 20-minute free preview, without having to register for a trial — if you just want to catch part of the game.
Stanford Cardinal vs. SMU Mustangs
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM Eastern / 11:00 AM Central / 9:00 AM Pacific
Venue: Gerald J. Ford Stadium, Dallas, TX
TV: The CW
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