Kevin Jennings unexpectedly got to stay home, QB now in final season at SMU as Heisman hopeful
Dallas (AP) — Kevin Jennings, a dynamic quarterback for SMU's Mustangs, had never imagined staying home to play for his hometown team until he became their starter in 2024. Despite being offered a scholarship to Missouri State, an NCAA Division I school, SMU's then-offensive coordinator Rhett Lashlee signed Jennings after he saw the young talent play in a local high school playoff game.
As the season progressed, Jennings quickly made his presence felt, guiding SMU to a 19-7 record and 14-2 in the Atlantic Coast Conference. With 7,709 passing yards and 55 touchdowns, he is on track to break SMU's career records for passing yards (9,081) and touchdowns (72). The Mustangs are having a remarkable season, making the 12-team College Football Playoff for the first time since 1985.
Coach Lashlee believes Jennings deserves a preseason Heisman Trophy nomination, citing his humility, confidence, and unwavering loyalty to SMU.
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