Syracuse Orange vs. SMU Mustangs: 2025 Week 6 Recap

Quick answer

SMU Mustangs defeated Syracuse Orange 31–18 in Week 6, 2025. Final score: Syracuse Orange 18, SMU Mustangs 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Syracuse Orange	0	3	0	12	18
SMU Mustangs	3	18	0	8	31

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 313.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.32 EPA/play +11.43 EPA
• Ty Hawkins (SMU) — 9.0 yds · +0.14 EPA/play +0.14 EPA
• Rickie Collins (Syracuse) — 274.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.20 EPA/play -9.21 EPA

Rushing

• T.J. Harden (SMU) — 67.0 yds -0.21 EPA
• Yasin Willis (Syracuse) — 41.0 yds -0.37 EPA
• Rickie Collins (Syracuse) — 72.0 yds · 1 TD +0.70 EPA

Receiving

• Johntay Cook (Syracuse) — 7 rec · 92.0 yds +0.06 EPA
• Romello Brinson (SMU) — 7 rec · 71.0 yds +0.53 EPA
• Jordan Hudson (SMU) — 6 rec · 53.0 yds +0.40 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kevin Jennings	SMU	36	83.3%	313	4	+0.32	+11.43
Ty Hawkins	SMU	1	100.0%	9	0	+0.14	+0.14
Rickie Collins	Syracuse	46	47.8%	274	1	-0.20	-9.21

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Syracuse	SMU
Plays	77	63
EPA / play	-0.118	+0.067
Total EPA	-9.05	+4.24
Success rate	36.4%	42.9%
Pass EPA / play	-0.200	+0.313
Rush EPA / play	+0.005	-0.282
Yards	399	410

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	SMU	3	8	-1.76	Punt
Q1	Syracuse	12	41	-2.35	Ended
Q1	SMU	6	36	+0.11	Punt
Q1	Syracuse	1	0	-4.66	Interception
Q1	SMU	3	8	-2.21	Field goal
Q1	Syracuse	6	17	-2.07	Punt
Q1	SMU	7	78	+5.85	Pass TD
Q2	Syracuse	7	19	-4.18	Ended
Q2	SMU	3	25	+2.34	Pass TD
Q2	Syracuse	10	85	+1.27	Ended
Q2	SMU	6	90	+6.32	Pass TD
Q2	Syracuse	10	62	+1.14	Field goal
Q3	Syracuse	3	5	-2.04	Punt
Q3	SMU	11	51	+0.35	Missed FG
Q3	Syracuse	5	5	-2.89	Punt
Q3	SMU	3	-13	-4.35	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Syracuse Orange · Rickie Collins pass intercepted (-4.66 EPA)
2. Q4 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass intercepted (-4.64 EPA)
3. Q4 · Syracuse Orange · Rickie Collins pass intercepted (-4.16 EPA)
4. Q2 · Syracuse Orange · Rickie Collins pass to Justus Ross-Simmons for 52 yards (2nd & 20) (+4.06 EPA)
5. Q2 · Syracuse Orange · Yasin Willis rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.67 EPA)
6. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Yamir Knight for a touchdown (15 yards) (+3.45 EPA)
7. Q4 · Syracuse Orange · Rickie Collins rushes 6 yards for a touchdown (+3.26 EPA)
8. Q3 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings sacked for a loss of 17 yards (3rd & 6) (-3.21 EPA)

Key takeaways

• SMU Mustangs controlled the final (31–18) in Week 6.
• Passing edge: Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 313.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: SMU at 0.067 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Syracuse Orange vs SMU Mustangs?

Syracuse Orange 18, SMU Mustangs 31 in Week 6 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Syracuse Orange vs SMU Mustangs?

SMU Mustangs won with a final score of 18–31.

Where can I find the Syracuse Orange vs SMU Mustangs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401754555.

Who led Syracuse Orange vs SMU Mustangs in passing?

Kevin Jennings (SMU) led passers with 313.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Syracuse Orange at SMU Mustangs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.