On this edition of the On The Pony Express Podcast, Billy Embody breaks down two new commitments for SMU, 2025 running back Daniel Bray and 2026 quarterback Cole Leinart, son of former Heisman Trophy winner Matt Leinart. Plus, we look at other notable happenings on the recruiting trail for the Mustangs.

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On this edition of the On The Pony Express Podcast, Billy Embody and Hayden Howerton look back on SMU's win over Pitt, why the Mustangs were able to dominate the previously undefeated Panthers and what's ahead for Rhett Lashlee's team. Plus, the guys look at the first College Football Playoff rankings.

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On this edition of Walking 'Strong with Bill Armstrong and Billy Embody, the guys recap the SMU-Pitt game, look back on the Homecoming atmosphere in Ford Stadium as the Mustangs beat up the Panthers. Plus, SMU star Elijah Roberts makes a surprise appearance and the guys look ahead to the rest of the season.

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If you're new to following the Walking 'Strong Podcast, it's a fun, light podcast from two SMU alums that share a bottle of wine while breaking down SMU's football season game-by-game, interviewing prominent Mustangs, and much more! We hope the ACC crew that SMU's now a part of enjoys learning about some of the world's best wines from Epoch while hearing things from SMU's angle.

Head to EpochWines.com to join the Epoch Wine Club, a customizable club for those eager to automatically access new releases of Epoch wines two times a year. If the club isn't for you, buy individual bottles online! Get custom engraving, gift packaging, bundles and more!

Want to buy the official game ball of SMU Football? Check out BigGameUSA.com or click HERE to see the official game ball for Preston Stone and the Mustangs! Use promo code "BEON32024" for 10% off your order + FREE shipping! Use the code on SMU balls or any available ball on BigGameUSA.com!

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In this episode of The QB Chronicles: An SMU Football Podcast, former SMU quarterbacks Garrett Gilbert and Kyle Padron break down the SMU win over Pitt as the Mustangs dominated on Homecoming in Ford Stadium! Join the duo as they dive into key moments from the game, discuss standout performances, and analyze the offensive and defensive strategies that shaped the outcome.

Whether you're a die-hard Mustang fan or just love college football, this in-depth breakdown will give you all the insights you need!

The QB Chronicles is in partnership with The 1911 Group. The 1911 Group was founded by Lindsey Brown (Dedman Law ’13) and Mitchell Brown (Dedman College ’10 & Cox MBA ’20) after realizing that there was no efficient networking platform to connect SMU alumni across all of SMU’s schools and programs. With this premise in mind, the goal was to create and host events specifically designed to bring fellow SMU alumni together and promote networking, business development, and collaboration. Our hope is that these relationships may lead to future hires, clients, investors, or business partners. To date, the 1911 Group has hosted a diverse range of networking events, with over 150 SMU alumni joining our network.

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Want to revamp your yard with artificial turf, a putting green or both? Take $500 off your first project with AKM Turf and Greens! AKM Turf and Greens strives to provide a quality product at a competitive price with customer service at the forefront. Based in Dallas, Alex Carpenter and his team deliver incredible work and terrific attention to detail. Head to akmturfandgreens.com NOW to connect with their staff or email info@akmturfandgreens.com to start the process! Mention code PONYUP for a $500 discount on your project!

Head to StatusJet.com to learn more about the official presenting sponsor of the On The Pony Express Podcast. Use code PonyUpACC or mention On The Pony Express for a discount on a round trip flip booked with Status Jet. Status Jet is more than just a private jet charter company. They offer a personal touch in every aspect of your business and travel. Whether you are looking for charter flights, searching for the perfect aircraft to buy, or interested in selling a plane, experience a new level of luxury with Status Jet.

At Status Jet, their goal is simple: to not only meet your unique needs but to exceed them. Status Jet offers the safest, finest aircraft in the luxury private jet charter industry, coupled with an unparalleled level of service. With a number of domestic and international destinations, as well as custom destinations tailored to your needs, they are prepared to fly above your expectations. At Status Jet, they don’t just take you from point A to point B—they bring fun and fascination back to the flying experience.

Use promo code PONY for FREE SHIPPING on your order from EpochWines.com!

Head to EpochWines.com to join the Epoch Wine Club, a customizable club for those eager to automatically access new releases of Epoch wines two times a year. If the club isn't for you, buy individual bottles online! Get custom engraving, gift packaging, bundles and more!

Want to buy the official game ball of SMU Football? Check out BigGameUSA.com or click HERE to see the official game ball for Preston Stone and the Mustangs! Use promo code "BEON32024" for 10% off your order + FREE shipping! Use the code on SMU balls or any available ball on BigGameUSA.com!

SUBSCRIBE to On The Pony Express YouTube by clicking HERE!

Want more coverage of SMU Basketball and SMU Football, including the inside scoop on the team and recruiting? Subscribe to On The Pony Express by going here to join for $1 for your first week and 50% off for the first year: https://www.on3.com/teams/smu-mustangs/join/

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Toyelle Wilson begins her fourth season leading the SMU women's basketball program. She's led the Mustangs to the WNIT twice and had to help her team through an injury-plagued 2023-24 campaign. Wilson and her staff mined the NCAA transfer portal to find scoring and low post presence as the Mustangs prepare their inaugural season in the ACC. This is a conference with great women's basketball. It sent seven teams to the 2024 NCAA tournament. Wilson talks about her 2024-25 SMU team, the challenges of the ACC along with NIL advantages and the transfer portal with Hilltop Visits.

A new and experienced voice is on the Hilltop guiding the SMU men's basketball program in Andy Enfield.

Enfield took over a program from Rob Lanier that won 20 games and went to the NIT in 2023-24. But given this move to the ACC, SMU leadership believed it needed an upgrade in the head coach position. It turned to Enfield who spent at 11 seasons at USC and led the Trojans to five NCAA tournament appearances including the Elite 8 in 2020. It probably would have been six in 2019-2020 had it not been for COVID.

SMU is Enfield's third stop as a head coach. He completely restructured the 2024-25 roster. He hopes the Mustangs will be the surprise of the ACC, which is arguably the most historic conference in all of college basketball.

Enfield took some time with Hilltop Visits to cover a variety of topics.