TCU has dominated SMU in recent years, winning the past five contests by at least 19 points. But it’s a rivalry game and the Frogs don’t want it to become a “trap game” with the primetime Ohio State game on the horizon.
So coach Gary Patterson and the players have said all the right things leading into tonight’s game. Plus, they know SMU’s coach, Sonny Dykes, spent last season on Patterson’s staff and has knowledge of how TCU operates.
Plus, there’s always the pride factor in this matchup.
“It’s a lot more personal since you’re fighting for the DFW,” defensive end Ty Summers said.