Kevin Jennings, the quarterback for the SMU Mustangs, is reportedly ready to participate in the season opener against the Florida State Seminoles. This comes after he injured his finger earlier this month when it got caught in a locker room door during fall camp.
Head coach Rhett Lashlee expressed optimism regarding Jennings' recovery, mentioning that the redshirt senior has resumed throwing without experiencing any pain. Lashlee stated that Jennings will have a complete two weeks to prepare for the game, with the goal of him being fully fit by kickoff.
Lashlee provided an update on Jennings' progress, saying, "Things are progressing well. He feels no pain, and we are integrating him back into practice this week. We expect him to be ready for game one." According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, Jennings has begun throwing again as he moves closer to his return.
The injury was not deemed serious, and Jennings' presence is considered crucial for SMU's performance this season. Last year, he recorded impressive statistics, including 3,641 passing yards, 26 touchdowns, and a completion rate of 66.1%. However, he also led the ACC with 13 interceptions, indicating an area for improvement as he prepares for the upcoming season.
