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What the news says about this game

SMU beat Missouri State 34-24 on Sept 27 with QB Kevin Jennings throwing 464 yards to become the program's career passing leader, overcoming an early 10-point deficit. BC lost to Virginia Tech 21-14 on Sept 26 in a nor'easter, with Virginia Tech scoring a go-ahead TD late in the 4th quarter. SMU enters the matchup ranked No. 21 with recent momentum, while BC (2-2) is coming off a road loss and remains unranked.

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SMUKevin JenningsmoreThrew for 464 yards and became SMU's all-time career passing leader against Missouri State on Sept 27. Strong recent form heading into the BC game.

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