Stanford Cardinal vs SMU Mustangs Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/11

College Football Preview

In Week 7 of the 2025 regular season, the Stanford Cardinal travel to Texas to take on the SMU Mustangs. The game will take place at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas. Fans can catch the action on CW at 12:00 PM.

Stanford enters the game with a 2-3 record. They have struggled on the road, with a 0-3 away record. Meanwhile, SMU holds a 3-2 record, performing well at home with a 2-1 record. Both teams are part of the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Stanford Team Preview

The Stanford Cardinal have had a mixed season so far. They have won two games and lost three. In their latest game, they won against San Jose State 30-29 at home.

Quarterback Ben Gulbranson has been a key player for Stanford. He has thrown for 1,167 yards and five touchdowns this season. Stanford’s rushing game has struggled, with only 494 yards so far.

Stanford’s defense has shown some strengths with 10 sacks this season. They also have four fumbles recovered. However, the team has given up 147 points, which ranks 90th in the league.

Stanford vs SMU Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: Stanford Cardinal vs. SMU Mustangs
  • Venue: Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas, TX
  • Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Stanford Moneyline +718, SMU Moneyline -1166, Stanford Spread +19.5 (-110), SMU Spread -19.5 (-110), Total Over 55.5 (-109), Total Under 55.5 (-111)

SMU Team Preview

The SMU Mustangs have had a mixed start to their 2025 season. They have won three games, including a home victory against Syracuse Orange, 31-18. Their offense showed strong passing with 294 yards and managed 21 first downs in that game.

SMU’s quarterback Kevin Jennings has been a standout with 1,411 passing yards over five games, ranking first on the team. The Mustangs’ rushing game, led by TJ Harden, has produced 375 yards and five touchdowns. On the receiving end, Romello Brinson has caught 26 passes for 436 yards, leading the team in both categories.

Defensively, SMU has shown strength with 13 sacks, ranking 11th in the league. They have also secured nine interceptions, placing them 10th in that category. However, injuries might impact their performance, with several players listed as questionable, including key positions like quarterback and offensive line.

BTB Betting Pick

The SMU Mustangs are favored by 19.5 points against the Stanford Cardinal. SMU’s offense ranks 37th in points this season, while Stanford’s defense ranks 90th in points allowed. With SMU’s strong offensive stats and Stanford’s struggles on defense, SMU is likely to cover the spread. The projected score is SMU 38, Stanford 17.

The total for the game is set at 55.5 points. Stanford’s offense ranks 80th in points scored, and SMU’s defense ranks 71st in points allowed. The projected total is 55 points, suggesting a close call. Given the defensive stats of both teams, taking the under 55.5 is the recommendation.