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SMU defensive back William Jeanlys (18) runs the ball during practice on Thursday, August 4, 2016 at the Pettus Practice Fields at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. (Ashley Landis/The Dallas Morning News)
Last season: 2-10 (1-7 in American Athletic Conference)
Coach: Chad Morris (2-10 in one season as a head coach)
Matt Davis, QB: He has been the workhorse for SMU's offense, leading the team in passing and rushing yards the last two seasons -- in June Jones' run-and-shoot and in Chad Morris' power spread.