SMU and Memphis can make for a competitive battle -- if COVID-19 doesn't rear its head as an unwanted third party.

There's no denying from SMU coach Sonny Dykes: Saturday's game against Memphis has been on the minds of the Mustangs.

Connected with some sources from SMU, and this week could be the week that we see the debut of graduate transfer defensive tackle Mike Williams.

The former Stanford standout originally opted out of the season because of COVID-19 but has decided to play. SMU has been one of the nation's best in regards to maintaining COVID-19 protocol.

Williams, if he does indeed suit up Saturday, will be a huge addition for the defensive line. He provides leadership and is able to take on double teams, which will serve as an advantage for the rush ends and outside linebackers. His Pac-12 experience should prove worthy as SMU prepares for AAC play.

Keep an eye on No. 57 on the defensive side of the ball Saturday afternoon. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. at Gerald J. Ford Stadium.

A big season-opening performance has set the tone for one of SMU's solid commitments of the 2021 class in defensive end Stone Eby.

Thanks to Damon, I was one of a handful of photographers at the SFA game. Here's the link to some of my pictures. Hope you like them!

SMU had one of the top uncommitted 2021 athletes on campus watching a game Saturday night.

The Mustangs closed nonconference play in style with a big victory against winless Stephen F. Austin.

The first game of the year was one for the books for SMU all-purpose back commit Montaye Dawson.

SMU, in its first game at home, will look to improve to 3-0 against a winless Stephen F. Austin team.

Sam Spiegelman break down 10 of the more notable decommitments that have occurred in the South-Central part of the country -- one of which was a one-time SMU commit.

SMU basketball product Isiaha Mike, who signed with NINERS Chemnitz in Germany earlier this year, has been selected as a 2020 Professional Basketball Combine honoree. Read all about it here.

Damon, I was just reading a Rivals article about the top prospects from the state of Missouri and noticed that SMU had offered this 6'3" 305 DT prospect from Kansas City who is rated 5.8. Have you talked with him about his potential interest in the program and the need SMU has for a DT to help plug the middle? Just curious.

https://n.rivals.com/content/prospects/2022/domonique-orange-268144#school-interests

Former SMU defensive lineman Demerick Gary will coach his first high school varsity game for North Crowley on Friday.

For SMU, Saturday's matchup against Stephen F. Austin will mark the first home game played at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in almost 10 months.

Here are a few notes as we hit midweek in preparation for SMU's matchup with Stephen F. Austin on Saturday.

Each week, The HillTopics will chat with a beat writer covering SMU's upcoming opponent. This week, we speak with John Krueger, who covers Stephen F. Austin.

It's been said on multiple occasions that Ulysses Bentley IV could be a dangerous running back for SMU. Consider last Saturday a glimpse.

Some may see Stephen F. Austin as a trap game for SMU. Meanwhile, the Mustangs see it as another game to get better. Sonny Dykes spoke about the upcoming game.

2022 recruiting is off to a strong start for SMU football, as Grand Prairie receiver Savion Red committed to the Mustangs Tuesday.

A 65-point Saturday speaks volumes as SMU continues the 2020 season.

Kicker Chris Naggar's leg is so vital to the success of SMU football, and he hasn't disappointed yet. Naggar was named AAC Special Teams Player of the Week for the second consecutive week on Monday.

This week, however, Naggar shared the honor with Navy kicker Bijan Nichols. Click here to read the release from the AAC.

SMU is hoping to permanently resolve its questions at right guard, and Auburn transfer Justin Osborne is hoping Saturday's performance was enough to impress the coaches.

Omari Evans has focused on getting better during the global pandemic, and now the SMU target is ready for the start of the season.

After a 344-yard, four-touchdown performance Saturday against North Texas, SMU quarterback Shane Buechele was named the College Football Performance Awards (CFPA) National Performer of the Week.

Here's the SMU Football release on Buechele: https://smumustangs.com/news/2020/9...amed-cfpa-national-performer-of-the-week.aspx