On The Pony Express - SMU Mustangs Podcast

On this edition of On The Pony Express, Billy Embody, Dean Ralsky and Hayden Howerton break down SMU's 59-20 win over Cal, what's next for the Mustangs and look back on Week 8 of college football.

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On this edition of Walking 'Strong with Bill Armstrong and Billy Embody, the guys look back on the dominant win over Cal and what's next for SMU as the Mustangs head up north to face Syracuse. Plus, the coaching carousel turns and college football stays wild in Week 8.

The new Pony Express case can be found at EpochWines.com/Pony! It's an incredible, 12-bottle case for SMU and ACC fans to enjoy! Epoch is also proud to be a sponsor of the Mustang Club Tailgate, where Epoch wines will be featured at every home game inside the Armstrong Fieldhouse. 

Use promo code PONY2026 for FREE SHIPPING on your order from EpochWines.com! Buy the No. 1 Rose in the world or Epoch's 97-point Block B for SMU at Notre Dame! Whether it's the case or select wines, we appreciate your support!

If you're new to following the Walking 'Strong Podcast, it's a fun, light podcast from two SMU alums that share a bottle of wine while breaking down SMU's football season game-by-game, interviewing prominent Mustangs, and much more! We hope the ACC crew that SMU's a part of enjoys learning about some of the world's best wines from Epoch while hearing things from SMU's angle.

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In this episode of The QB Chronicles: An SMU Football Podcast, former SMU quarterbacks Garrett Gilbert and Kyle Padron recap SMU's ACC win vs. Cal. 

Whether you're a die-hard Mustang fan or just love college football, this in-depth breakdown will give you all the insights you need!

The QB Chronicles is in partnership with The 1911 Group. The 1911 Group was founded by SMU alumni Lindsey Brown (Dedman Law ’13) and Mitchell Brown (Dedman College ’10 & Cox MBA ’20) to create a space for alumni to connect, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships. 

Our mission is to leverage the strength of the SMU network to create opportunities for professional and personal growth, including new hires, clients, investors, and partnerships. Through exclusive events and networking gatherings, we bring SMU alumni together to exchange ideas, engage with industry leaders, and form valuable connections. With over 300 members across diverse industries, we foster a thriving community dedicated to collaboration, growth, and shared success. 

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SMU football put together a dominant second half to blow out California 59-20 at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. After trailing 20-17 at halftime, the Mustangs scored 42 unanswered points to earn their biggest win over an ACC opponent in program history.

Walker, Yonnic, and George break down SMU's statement win, what changed after halftime, and why this team is starting to look like the group Mustang fans expected to see all season.

Kendrick Raphael stole the show with 104 rushing yards, two rushing touchdowns, and a receiving touchdown. The guys discuss SMU's big day on the ground, the emergence of young players like Christian Rhodes, and how the Mustangs finished 7-for-7 in the red zone.

Kevin Jennings also continued his strong stretch, going three straight games without an interception. The guys react to head coach Rhett Lashley's comments about KJ, the improvement in SMU's ball security and penalties, and a defense that limited Cal to just 50 passing yards in the second half.

With SMU now 6-1, the guys look ahead to Syracuse and the challenging stretch featuring Virginia Tech, Wake Forest, and Notre Dame. Could SMU be peaking at exactly the right time? And could a big game against Wake Forest put ESPN's College GameDay in play?

Plus, we name the Mustang Mood Player of the Game and explain why this performance has everyone feeling better about the Mustangs' postseason potential.

Pony Up!

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On this edition of the After 'Stangs Show, Billy Embody, Hayden Howerton and Dean Ralsky react to SMU's game against Cal on Saturday with their reaction and takeaways.

Socorro Tequila — Founded in 2020 by spirits industry veterans Josh Irving and Pablo Antinori, Socorro Tequila is crafted in the Highlands of Jalisco from 100% Blue Weber agave with zero additives. This is the tequila that Dallas drinks. No wonder, because it's racking up the awards. At the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, one of the world's most prestigious blind tasting competitions, Socorro earned back-to-back Double Gold medals for its Blanco, scoring 96 points. It also took Gold for its Reposado and Silver for its Añejo. You can even enjoy Socorro on American Airlines. Please drink responsibly. Follow them on Instagram!

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The SMU Mustangs box carries a Honduran Habano wrapper over an Ecuadorian Sumatra binder, caramel and dense spice in a balanced medium bodied smoke, twenty cigars hand rolled in Danli for the fans who fill Ford Stadium. Code SMU10 gets you 10% off your order. Great for gifts or to enjoy yourself! https://bit.ly/BocockOTPE

For the SMU collection, take 10% off your Page & Proper order! Visit the link and make sure PonyExpress10 is used as the code HERE: https://bit.ly/PageAndProperSMU and your choices from the SMU collection will automatically have 10% off added! Veteran-owned, incredibly high-quality leather goods and belts made right here in the USA. Katie and Quincy Page have used their attention to detail as Naval officers to build their business, Page & Proper! Shop the SMU collection HERE: https://bit.ly/PageAndProperSMU

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SMU football is back at Gerald J. Ford Stadium to take on the California Golden Bears, and the Mustangs are looking to keep rolling in ACC play. On this episode of The Mustang Mood, Yonnic, Ben, and George break down the SMU vs. Cal matchup, what the Mustangs need to do to get the win, and why this game might be closer than fans would like.

SMU is coming off a 23-13 win over Virginia, but the offense has struggled to put teams away consistently. Can Kevin Jennings keep the turnovers off the stat sheet and take advantage of a Cal defense that has had its share of issues? The guys look at the matchup through the air, Cal's struggles running the football, and how SMU's defense can force the Golden Bears to become one-dimensional.

They also discuss SMU's red-zone offense, the importance of finishing drives, and whether kicker Brendan Baird can continue building confidence ahead of a challenging stretch of the schedule. Plus, the guys share their score predictions for SMU vs. California and look back at some unusual stats from the Virginia game.

SMU hosts Cal on Saturday at 11 a.m. CT on The CW. Make plans to be at Ford Stadium and cheer on the Mustangs.

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In this episode of The QB Chronicles: An SMU Football Podcast, former SMU quarterbacks Garrett Gilbert and Kyle Padron preview SMU's ACC matchup vs. Cal.

Whether you're a die-hard Mustang fan or just love college football, this in-depth breakdown will give you all the insights you need!

The QB Chronicles is in partnership with The 1911 Group. The 1911 Group was founded by SMU alumni Lindsey Brown (Dedman Law ’13) and Mitchell Brown (Dedman College ’10 & Cox MBA ’20) to create a space for alumni to connect, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships. 

Our mission is to leverage the strength of the SMU network to create opportunities for professional and personal growth, including new hires, clients, investors, and partnerships. Through exclusive events and networking gatherings, we bring SMU alumni together to exchange ideas, engage with industry leaders, and form valuable connections. With over 300 members across diverse industries, we foster a thriving community dedicated to collaboration, growth, and shared success. 

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Socorro Tequila — Founded in 2020 by spirits industry veterans Josh Irving and Pablo Antinori, Socorro Tequila is crafted in the Highlands of Jalisco from 100% Blue Weber agave with zero additives. This is the tequila that Dallas drinks. No wonder, because it's racking up the awards. At the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, one of the world's most prestigious blind tasting competitions, Socorro earned back-to-back Double Gold medals for its Blanco, scoring 96 points. It also took Gold for its Reposado and Silver for its Añejo. You can even enjoy Socorro on American Airlines. Please drink responsibly. Follow them on Instagram!

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On this edition of Walking 'Strong with Bill Armstrong and Billy Embody, the guys look back on the win vs. Virginia and what's next for SMU as the Mustangs welcome Cal to Ford Stadium.

The new Pony Express case can be found at EpochWines.com/Pony! It's an incredible, 12-bottle case for SMU and ACC fans to enjoy! Epoch is also proud to be a sponsor of the Mustang Club Tailgate, where Epoch wines will be featured at every home game inside the Armstrong Fieldhouse. 

Use promo code PONY2026 for FREE SHIPPING on your order from EpochWines.com! Buy the No. 1 Rose in the world or Epoch's 97-point Block B for SMU at Notre Dame! Whether it's the case or select wines, we appreciate your support!

If you're new to following the Walking 'Strong Podcast, it's a fun, light podcast from two SMU alums that share a bottle of wine while breaking down SMU's football season game-by-game, interviewing prominent Mustangs, and much more! We hope the ACC crew that SMU's a part of enjoys learning about some of the world's best wines from Epoch while hearing things from SMU's angle.

Head to EpochWines.com to join the Epoch Wine Club, a customizable club for those eager to automatically access new releases of Epoch wines two times a year. If the club isn't for you, buy individual bottles online! Get custom engraving, gift packaging, bundles and more!

SUBSCRIBE to On The Pony Express YouTube by clicking HERE!

Want more coverage of SMU Basketball and SMU Football, including the inside scoop on the team and recruiting? Subscribe to On The Pony Express by going here: https://www.on3.com/teams/smu-mustangs/join/

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On this edition of On The Pony Express, Billy Embody, Dean Ralsky and Hayden Howerton break down and preview SMU vs. Cal in Ford Stadium on Saturday at 11 a.m. CT.

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On this edition of On The Pony Express, Billy Embody breaks down the latest SMU Football Recruiting news as the Mustangs are trending for multiple 4-star targets, including QB TK Gaines.

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Check out our sponsor, Socorro Tequila! Founded in 2020 by spirits industry pros Josh Irving and Pablo Antinori, Socorro Tequila is made in the highlands of Jalisco with 100% Blue Weber agave and zero additives. Socorro is an official sponsor of SMU Athletics so make sure to pick up a bottle when you make your next liquor store stop. You can also enjoy Socorro on American Airlines! Please drink responsibly. Follow them on Instagram! Visit https://bit.ly/OTPESocorro.

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