Missouri State falls 34-24 at SMU after fast start

The Bears opened a 10-0 lead at No. 22 SMU on Sept. 26, including Joel Boamah's defensive touchdown and a Locklear-to-Myers scoring connection, but lost 34-24 after producing only 239 total yards. Kevin Jennings set SMU's career passing record as Missouri State entered its open date at 1-3, with Oct. 8 at Western Kentucky next.