Overview
- Louisville starter Miller Moss did not play because of a foot injury after dressing only as an emergency option.
- Redshirt freshman Deuce Adams made his first career start with Brady Allen rotating in as the Cardinals managed only two field goals.
- The Cardinals were also without top rushers Isaac Brown and Keyjuan Brown, compounding offensive limitations.
- SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings went 29-of-37 for 303 yards with three touchdown passes and a rushing score to lead the rout.
- SMU improved to 8-3 (6-1 ACC) and needs a win at California plus help to reach Charlotte, while Louisville fell to 7-4 with a third straight loss and next hosts Kentucky.