SMU Mustangs
Dallas, Texas
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Gerald J. Ford Stadium is compact and inside Dallas, so a downtown hotel and a short rideshare beats anything near campus.
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The basics
What this event actually is
When
October or November
Where
Gerald J. Ford Stadium, Dallas, Texas
Coverage
ACC Network and national windows, announced about two weeks out
Planning
How to plan the trip
The order that saves the most money and the most stress.
- Lock the date first. Kickoff windows move, dates rarely do.
- Book refundable lodging before buying tickets, because rooms sell out faster than seats.
- Compare seat locations, not just price. Shade, wind and aisle access matter more than a few rows.
- Confirm the venue bag policy and payment rules before you leave the hotel.
- Plan the exit. Rideshare pickup zones are usually several blocks from the gates.
The venue
Gerald J. Ford Stadium
Capacity 32,000Opened 2000Dallas, Texas
A compact brick bowl sunk below grade in the middle of campus.
- Every seat is close. There is no reason to pay up for the lower bowl.
- September kickoffs are hot with little shade until late afternoon.
Teams
Programs involved
Syracuse Orange
Syracuse, New York
Game day guideWatching
If you are staying home
ACC Network and national windows, announced about two weeks out. Our conference viewing guide breaks down which package carries which window, including the streaming options that cover games not on national television.
How to watch guide