SMU Routs Stanford Behind Stellar Defense, Key Turnovers
DALLAS (Interstat) — SMU’s defense forced a critical fourth-quarter turnover that sparked a 34-10 victory over Stanford on Saturday at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. The Mustangs’ Justin Medlock returned an interception 96 yards for a touchdown to extend a 24-10 lead, effectively sealing the game. SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings threw for 247 yards and two touchdowns, while running back Chris Johnson Jr. broke an 87-yard touchdown run just before halftime. Stanford’s Ben Gulbranson threw for 278 yards and a touchdown but was sacked six times. SMU improved to 3-2, while Stanford fell to 2-3.