Southern Methodist Mustangs Playoffs 2026
Southern Methodist Mustangs 2026 playoff page. The SMU are 7-2, 4th in the ACC with a +127 point differential and a 1-game winning streak.
Last time out they beat the Virginia Tech Hokies 51-28 at home. Next up: home to the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (8-1) on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.741 record, including 1 game against teams currently in playoff position.
SMU Playoff Outlook
Last game
W 51-28 vs 
Virginia Tech Hokies
· Week 1
Next game
vs 
Wake Forest Demon Deacons (8-1)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
3 games left · opponents’ record 0.741 · 1 vs current playoff teams
ACC Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wake Forest Demon Deacons | 8-1 | 2-0 | +247 | W2 |
| 2 |  Miami Hurricanes | 8-1 | 3-0 | +232 | L1 |
| 3 |  Duke Blue Devils | 7-2 | 3-1 | +180 | W3 |
| 4 | Southern Methodist Mustangs | 7-2 | 3-1 | +127 | W1 |
| 5 |  Louisville Cardinals | 6-3 | 3-0 | +134 | W3 |
| 6 | Virginia Tech Hokies | 6-3 | 2-1 | +93 | L1 |
| 7 |  Clemson Tigers | 6-3 | 2-1 | +18 | W2 |
| 8 |  Pittsburgh Panthers | 6-3 | 1-2 | +109 | W1 |
| 9 |  North Carolina Tar Heels | 5-4 | 1-2 | +39 | W1 |
| 10 |  Syracuse Orange | 4-5 | 2-2 | +35 | L1 |
| 11 |  Stanford Cardinal | 4-5 | 1-1 | -153 | L1 |
| 12 |  Florida State Seminoles | 4-5 | 1-2 | +21 | W1 |
| 13 |  Boston College Eagles | 4-5 | 2-2 | -46 | L2 |
| 14 |  North Carolina State Wolfpack | 4-5 | 1-2 | +12 | L1 |
| 15 |  Virginia Cavaliers | 4-5 | 0-3 | +25 | L3 |
| 16 |  California Golden Bears | 3-6 | 0-3 | -87 | L3 |
| 17 |  Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets | 2-7 | 0-4 | -75 | L4 |
Season Trend
SMU Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs Virginia | 4-5 | W 23-13 | |
| 1 | vs California | 3-6 | W 59-20 | |
| 1 | at Syracuse | 4-5 | L 27-30 | |
| 1 | vs Virginia Tech | 6-3 | W 51-28 | |
| 1 | vs Wake Forest | 8-1 | ||
| 1 | at  Notre Dame #11 | 8-1 | ||
| 1 | at Stanford | 4-5 |
This Southern Methodist Mustangs playoffs page refreshes after every SMU game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the ACC playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Southern Methodist Mustangs playoffs FAQ
Are the Southern Methodist Mustangs in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the SMU be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the ACC today.
Who leads the ACC?
Wake Forest Demon Deacons (8-1); the SMU are 4th.
When is the next SMU game?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST, home to the Wake Forest Demon Deacons.
How hard is the SMU remaining schedule?
3 games left against opponents with a combined 0.741 record; 1 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the SMU clinch a playoff spot?
Win the ACC, or finish with one of the five best records among ACC non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the SMU record at home and on the road?
3-0 at home, 0-1 away; 3-1 in the division and 3-1 in the half.