The Mustang Mood - SMU Sports Podcast

Join George, Jay, and Walker as they break down everything from the SMU Football Spring Practice Showcase, including standout players, early takeaways, and what it all means for the Mustangs heading into the upcoming season.

Then, the guys switch gears with a heated grocery store tier list, ranking the best (and worst) places to shop.

From football analysis to off-topic debates, this episode of the Mustang Mood Podcast has it all for SMU fans and beyond. Be sure to like, subscribe, and follow for more SMU football coverage, recruiting updates, and weekly discussions.

Join George, Walker, and Yonnic as they sit down with SMU offensive lineman Alex Woods, a redshirt junior from Port Saint Lucie, Florida, for an in-depth interview on The Mustang Mood Podcast.Woods shares his journey to SMU Football, what made him choose the Mustangs, and how his game has developed since arriving on the Hilltop. He dives into life in the trenches, breaking down the challenges and rewards of playing offensive line, the toughest defensive matchups in practice, and what goes into elite pass protection and run blocking.The conversation also covers team culture, the bond between the offensive and defensive lines, and what makes this current SMU squad special heading into the upcoming season. Woods gives insight into offseason development, new additions to the offensive line room, and which players are standing out during spring ball.Plus, hear about some fun locker room stories, including who keeps the team laughing.If you’re an SMU fan or love college football interviews, this is a must-watch episode packed with behind-the-scenes insight into Mustang Football.Subscribe for more SMU Football interviews, game breakdowns, and recruiting coverage from The Mustang Mood Podcast.

Join George, Walker, and Yonnic as they sit down with Jeremiah Wait, SMU’s Director of Defensive Player Personnel and NFL Liaison, for an in-depth look at how the Mustangs are building a pipeline to the next level.Following SMU Football’s historic 2024 season, Wait shares his journey from West Virginia scouting assistant to a key figure on the Hilltop, breaking down his role in player evaluation, NFL relationships, and roster development. The crew dives into what his day-to-day looks like, how he transitioned to working in defensive personnel, and what it’s really like collaborating with NFL scouts.They also unpack the inner workings of SMU’s Pro Day, from planning and execution to the biggest behind-the-scenes challenges and wins, plus insight into team culture under Rhett Lashlee and what separates SMU from other programs.Finally, Jeremiah highlights rising young players to watch and discusses his involvement in recruiting and talent development.If you’re an SMU fan, NFL Draft junkie, or curious about the business of college football, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Join Ben, Jay, and Walker as they sit down with SMU men’s soccer standout Stephan Soghomonian, a sophomore forward from Santa Clarita, CA, coming off a breakout 2025 season.Soghomonian earned Second Team All-ACC honors and ACC All-Tournament Team recognition after leading the Mustangs with 13 goals, including two hat tricks against Cal and Boston College. He also delivered in the biggest moment, scoring the game-winning goal in the ACC Championship.In this episode, Stephan breaks down his journey from playing in Germany to becoming one of the top forwards in the ACC, what the recruiting process was like, and why he chose SMU. He shares insights into his scoring mentality, his favorite goals from the season, and what makes his game so effective in front of net.The guys also dive into the Mustangs’ ACC Tournament run, expectations for the upcoming season, and some fun off-the-field topics including his favorite places soccer has taken him and the professional players he models his game after (or not).If you’re an SMU soccer fan or follow college soccer, this is a must-listen interview with one of the ACC’s most dangerous attackers.

Join Jay and George, some of the most passionate, delusional, and moody SMU alumni as they discuss SMU making the NCAA basketball tournament for the first time since 2017 and our first round matchup against Miami of Ohio. #ponyupdallas #SMU #smufBasketball #MiamiofOhio #marchmadness #acc #accbasketball Go get some TMM merch at themustangmood.com

The Mustang Mood Podcast crew sits down with SMU men’s soccer defenders Enzo Panozzo and Villads Landsperg to discuss the Mustangs’ incredible ACC Championship run and what it took for SMU Mustangs men's soccer to capture the title.Panozzo shares the story of his journey from Sarasota, Florida to Southern Methodist University, including walking on to the program and eventually starting all 20 matches as a senior during SMU’s championship season. He also talks about playing multiple sports growing up, his time at IMG Academy, and how he became involved with Sarasota Paradise in the USL.Landsperg discusses his path from Copenhagen, Denmark to college soccer in the United States, beginning his career at Wofford before transferring to SMU. He breaks down what the recruiting process was like as an international player and the cultural adjustments that came with playing college soccer in America.The conversation also dives into the Mustangs’ defensive performance during their ACC title run, including holding Virginia without a shot on target, as well as their favorite professional players, clubs, and the influences on their playing style.If you’re looking for an inside look at SMU soccer, the ACC Championship run, and the journeys of two key defenders on the Mustangs roster, this episode delivers a great behind-the-scenes conversation with Enzo Panozzo and Villads Landsperg.Check out TheMustangMood.com

The Mustang Mood Podcast crew sits down with Reggie Dupard, legendary running back and SMU Football Hall of Famer, to relive one of the most iconic eras in college football history and discuss the future of the program.

Dupard reflects on his time with SMU Mustangs football during the famous Pony Express era from 1982–1985, including winning the 1982 Southwest Conference Championship, the 1982 National Championship, and the 1984 NCAA Co-Championship. He shares what it was like to rush for over 1,000 yards in three straight seasons, earn multiple All-Conference honors, and be named an All-American in 1985 while representing Southern Methodist University.

In this in-depth SMU football interview, Dupard discusses what SMU means to him, his favorite memories and environments from playing in the 1980s, and how exciting it is to watch the return of SMU football on the national stage. He also shares his message to high school recruits, and his anticipation for the future of SMU football.

If you’re searching for an insider conversation on SMU football history, the Pony Express era, Reggie Dupard’s career, and where the Mustangs are headed next, this episode of The Mustang Mood Podcast delivers a must-listen interview.

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The Mustang Mood Podcast crew sits down with Bryan Filker, Director of Operations for SMU Mustangs football, to break down the latest SMU football recruiting updates, transfer portal movement, and how the Mustangs are building their next recruiting classes.

Filker shares insight into how Southern Methodist University how NIL and the modern recruiting landscape are shaping SMU’s strategy and what fans should expect from the program heading into the upcoming season.

Join Ben and Yonnic, some of the most passionate, delusional, and moody SMU alums as they discuss SMU moving the "home" games versus OU and LSU to AT&T stadium, as well as hearing from the coaches and general recruiting updates from the SMU media recruiting event. #ponyupdallas #SMU #smufootball #oklahoma #lsu #acc #accfootball #secfootball Go get some TMM merch at themustangmood.com

Join George, Jay, Yonnic, and Walker as they discuss SMU Basketball's ACC conference gauntlet and the 2026 SMU football schedule. This Midweek Mood episode covers everything SMU fans need to know from a massive month on the Hilltop.