Stanford Cardinal vs. SMU Mustangs: 2025 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

SMU Mustangs defeated Stanford Cardinal 34–10 in Week 7, 2025. Final score: Stanford Cardinal 10, SMU Mustangs 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Stanford Cardinal	0	6	3	6	10
SMU Mustangs	6	9	6	3	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 230.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +5.69 EPA
• Micah Ford (Stanford) — 0.0 yds · -0.60 EPA/play -0.60 EPA
• Ben Gulbranson (Stanford) — 322.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.41 EPA/play -18.60 EPA

Rushing

• Micah Ford (Stanford) — 53.0 yds -0.03 EPA
• T.J. Harden (SMU) — 39.0 yds -0.31 EPA
• Cole Tabb (Stanford) — 52.0 yds +0.33 EPA

Receiving

• Sam Roush (Stanford) — 7 rec · 89.0 yds +0.43 EPA
• CJ Williams (Stanford) — 7 rec · 109.0 yds +1.31 EPA
• Romello Brinson (SMU) — 6 rec · 42.0 yds -0.44 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kevin Jennings	SMU	31	67.7%	230	2	+0.18	+5.69
Micah Ford	Stanford	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.60	-0.60
Ben Gulbranson	Stanford	45	46.7%	322	1	-0.41	-18.60

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Stanford	SMU
Plays	73	53
EPA / play	-0.228	+0.133
Total EPA	-16.64	+7.04
Success rate	41.1%	43.4%
Pass EPA / play	-0.417	+0.183
Rush EPA / play	+0.095	+0.062
Yards	439	378

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	SMU	6	-11	-7.84	Punt
Q1	Stanford	7	2	-4.56	Punt
Q1	SMU	13	79	+6.55	Pass TD
Q1	Stanford	4	8	-3.15	Punt
Q1	SMU	7	65	+0.90	Ended
Q2	SMU	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	Stanford	18	68	-1.57	Ended
Q2	SMU	5	108	+7.30	Rush TD
Q2	Stanford	4	75	+6.46	Pass TD
Q2	SMU	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	Stanford	6	13	-1.77	Punt
Q3	SMU	5	82	+6.02	Pass TD
Q3	Stanford	3	-10	-3.78	Punt
Q3	SMU	3	-7	-4.09	Punt
Q3	Stanford	10	50	+0.44	Field goal
Q3	SMU	5	18	-1.49	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Stanford Cardinal · Ben Gulbranson — Interception returned for a touchdown (-12.44 EPA)
2. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Chris Johnson Jr. rushes 87 yards for a touchdown (+6.68 EPA)
3. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Derrick McFall for a touchdown (19 yards) (+4.9 EPA)
4. Q2 · Stanford Cardinal · Ben Gulbranson pass to CJ Williams for a touchdown (14 yards) (+4.52 EPA)
5. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Jordan Hudson for 12 yards (4th & 5) (+4.01 EPA)
6. Q2 · Stanford Cardinal · Micah Ford rushes for a loss of 1 yard (4th & 1) (-3.64 EPA)
7. Q3 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings sacked for a loss of 13 yards (3rd & 4) (-3.4 EPA)
8. Q3 · Stanford Cardinal · Ben Gulbranson sacked for a loss of 14 yards (3rd & 4) (-3.36 EPA)

Key takeaways

• SMU Mustangs controlled the final (34–10) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 230.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: SMU at 0.133 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 Stanford Cardinal vs SMU Mustangs?

Stanford Cardinal 10, SMU Mustangs 34 in Week 7 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Stanford Cardinal vs SMU Mustangs?

SMU Mustangs won with a final score of 10–34.

Where can I find the Stanford Cardinal vs SMU Mustangs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401754561.

Who led Stanford Cardinal vs SMU Mustangs in passing?

Kevin Jennings (SMU) led passers with 230.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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