A tense overtime showdown with the SMU Mustangs ended in a 26-20 loss for the Miami Hurricanes, prompting a steep drop in the latest AP Top 25 poll. The setback leaves Miami at No. 18 and marks a notable shift in the team’s standing.

Baylor enters its second game of the season as an underdog against SMU, raising concerns about the team’s early momentum. The Bears must overcome a challenging start if they want to avoid going 0-2.

SMU enters Saturday’s home game with a modest 3-point advantage over Baylor, as noted by BetMGM’s latest odds. The teams will face off in Gerald J. Ford Stadium, where a closely contested matchup is expected to thrill fans on both sides.