Michael Crabtree showed he still has it. The sophomore from Dallas had a remarkable 82-yard catch and run for a TD last week against Nevada. On the year he has 16 receptions for 231 yards (14.4 YPC) with two scores.
Detron Lewis has 12 for 209 (17.4 YPC) but no scores, and Eric Morris has 11 for 172 (15.6) and also no TDs. Redshirt freshman Tramain Swindall has been impressive. He’s made tough catches in key situations and so far this year has tallied eight catches for 99 yards, and no trips to pay dirt.
Edward Britton’s five catches for 37 yards and one TD is the end of Tech’s scoring through the air. However, RB Woods (three for 19), Batch (two for 21) Adam James (one for nine yards), OL Stephen Hamby (one for three yards), and Lyle Leong (one for 32) also have been active in the receiving game.
Intangibles
June Jones’ pass-happy offense may be more famous than Mike Leach’s due to Jones’ NFL experience, but this week the edge goes to Leach. In his first year at SMU, Jones is a long way from having a team capable of competing with the talent that Mike Leach has assembled in Lubbock.
Coach Jones may not be wearing a lei, but after the Tech game, he’ll wish he was back at Hawaii.
Prediction
Red Raiders 66, Ponies 13
Special Recognition
Jimmy Frush, the former Director of Marketing and Promotions at Texas Tech, is now the Director of the Mustang Club at SMU. Mr. Frush has been a mentor and friend to me and is a fine representative of Texas Tech. If you’re in Raider Alley, stop by SMU’s tent and say hello to Jimmy.
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