University of Cincinnati quarterback Desmond Ridder had one of the most productive games of his career two seasons ago at SMU.
As a freshman, Ridder had career-highs in completions (33), pass attempts (50), passing yards (352) and total offense (399).
The Bearcats needed every bit of Ridder's efforts.
Ridder threw for two touchdowns, and Cincinnati escaped Dallas with a 26-20 win in overtime.
UC (3-0, 1-0 American Athletic Conference) will need another career outing from Ridder Saturday when the Bearcats square off against quarterback Shane Buechele and the high-powered Mustangs (5-0, 2-0 AAC) offense that ranks fourth nationally in total offense (563.