SMU reeled in a number of talented recruits in its 2016 class. Here is a look at five that could make impacts as true freshmen.
DT Ken McLaurin, Denton Ryan (3-star)
SMU is in desperate need of some help in the trenches, and McLaurin could be the answer. The 6-foot-2, 265-pounder was a force for Denton Ryan last season, helping the Raiders made a deep playoff run. With a lack of depth at the defensive tackle position, McLaurin will have every opportunity to make an early impact. If he puts on a little more weight, McLaurin could be a special player for SMU from the get-go.