With the clocks at triple zeros, scoreboards off, and the stadium lights off on purpose this time. The Mustangs' first win of 2026 and eighth straight season-opening win .That said, here is the report

Kevin Jennings and the No. 19 SMU Mustangs surely started their campaign in a unique way. They shut the lights out on a potential Florida State comeback with a 27-24 win on Monday night. The night started in chaotic fashion.

Kevin Jennings shook off a pair of interceptions to lead No. 19 SMU’s winning scoring drive, capped by Nick Reed’s 20-yard field goal with 21 seconds to play, to wrap up a 27-24 win over Florida State

SMU was the only college football game on Labor Day and on primetime national television, and they didn't disappoint.

If Florida State couldn't take advantage of the opportunities SMU gave it late Monday night, how can it be a contender in the ACC?

What a weird, embarassing night in Tallahassee.

After a long delay nearly forced postponement, Kevin Jennings came through in the fourth quarter with a game-winning drive.

Florida State football dropped its ACC opener to No. 19 SMU, 27-24, in a game that was delayed following a power outage.