Shaky defense buries SMU in Houston

Photo credit: Getty ImagesA year ago, SMU fans stormed the field after the Mustangs beat No. 12 Houston in what many consider Chad Morris’ signature win at the Hilltop.

Saturday in Houston, SMU was not able to able to repeat its success, falling to the Cougars 35-22. The loss drops SMU to 4-2 on the season and 1-1 in conference play.

The story tonight for SMU was defense. The Mustang offense was able to move the ball sufficiently against Houston, but the defense was not able to come up with stops.

After SMU held UConn to -8 yards rushing last week, the Cougars exploded for 265 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. Duke Catalon did yeoman’s work for Houston, picking up 167 yards on 22…