McIlhenny went on to post a 34-5-1 from 1980 to 1983. McIlhenny won the job. He was a quarterback at Mesquite High School in Mesquite, Texas. Mike Ford was the First Team Super Team QB on Dave Campbell's Texas Football All-Star Team. I do remember it was sooo loud in there, you couldn't hear yourself think.I can't remember the actual score, but I do remember also in 1978 QB Mike Ford led SMU to a lead over TOP 10 Penn State at Penn State late in the 4th quarter.
Points/G: 20.5 (65th of 140) Points Against: 236. He was in actuality 5-2 as a QB. -SMU Head Coach Chad MorrisReally good article on Ford. Mike has 1 job listed on their profile. Meyer had gathered a plethora of talent. But we'll claim Ford-we need the dues"With a quarter of a tank of gas, we can get everything we need right here in DFW." Top. For … It is beside the point but I don't believe that SMU would have ever achieved the record they did in 80-84 if they had stayed in a dropback passing attack. He played college football for the SMU Mustangs football team from 1977 to 1980. He was a quarterback at Mesquite High School in Mesquite, Texas. Penn State was driving at the end of the game and clearly fumbled around the SMU 20 with time running out, but the eastern refs. Penn State was 11-1 that year.Your football accomplishments are many, and well-documented, Mike.That 1978 game in Columbus was pretty fine and Mike Ford was a great Mustang, congratulations.Hopefully after he sees that picture he will finish p90x"It's 106 miles to Chicago, we've got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark and we're wearing sunglasses." Conference Record: 3-5. As a sophomore in 1978, he led all NCAA major college players in both total offense yards (2,957), total offense per game (268.8 yards/game), and passing yards (3,007). Ford was the QB that brought us back and ahead (of course that was a rushing dream game as we only had 3 separate rusher go for over 100 yards rushing that game).Please understand that my post was not meant as a knock on Ford. All-American Mike Ford was benched in favor of McIlhenny. I am sure there will be corrections.Mike Ford was the QB on Dave Campbell's Texas Football Blue Chip First Team All Texas team after leading Mesquite to the State Championship. For those not familiar with the Ford story, I am going to relate it as I remember it. Coach: Ron Meyer (5-6) Points For: 226. Really good article on Ford. gave the ball to Penn State. That wasn't the case his Fr. Then against TCU in the second game of his Jr. year, his knee was blown up by a TCU DL that gave him a late hit. Mike Ford (born January 30, 1959) was an American football player. As a sophomore in 1978, he led all NCAA major college players in both total offense yards (2,957), total offense per game (268.8 yards/game), and passing yards (3,007). The SMU Mustangs went on to pull a massive upset of the Texas Longhorns, thus starting one of the greatest careers for an SMU quarterback. I am happy for him and glad he is back in the fold. Ponyte could probably tell you more than me since he was in the same Class as Ford. Man, do we need another Marketing Promotion like that again to fill our stadium.A good reference that I keep as a favorite is Southern Methodist historical scores. 1978 was also the start of MUSTANG MANIA ! And as I have posted before, I believe that the present coaching staff, as long as they stay in the R&S, will get us better but never where we ought to be which on par with TCU. McIlheney was injured very early in the Ark game that year.
He made mistakes that hurt as Fr. That turned out to be one of the greatest decisions in SMU football history. it will look better on his resume-makes him appear years younger. -SMU Head Coach Chad MorrisFord was 4-2 as a starter in '80. About 6-4, and unfortunately 250. Ford had a great arm, fantastic touch and could read defenses. On offense, the Mustangs lacked an identity. We lost that game because of the fumble no call, but don't forget the fact Mike Ford also led the Mustangs to Victory over Florida 40-15 at Florida that year the week before. That victory over Florida and the near miss with Penn State were the same year. year. And that was the problem. About logos . Multiple turnovers (especially against UH) lead to the decision to start a new QB. learning have a tendency to do. Rickey Wesson had graduated the year before and the job was basically his from Day 1 because SMU … [1] He played college football for the SMU Mustangs football team from 1977 to 1980. Tony was from Miss and in love. I am happy for him and glad he is back in the fold. 1979 SMU Mustangs Roster. Re: MIKE FORD: Finishing what he started. Your Account; Logout; Login; Create Account; via Sports Logos.net. FWIW: We had a throwing QB in Tony Black (one start against TTU in 1976).
He transferred to Miss State after the '76 year.
I admit being an old codger though who grew up in the split-t and belly series.Stallion, that tie with A$M was 21-21 in 1994. Ford came in '77 and as Stallion put it, it was his for the taking. Actually had a poor season his Senior High School year when he had few returning letterman, but as far as passing he was considered a Blue Chip on a National scale. Record: 5-6 (78th of 140) (Schedule & Results) Conference: SWC. Previous Year Next Year. by rich59 » Fri May 13, 2011 4:57 pm .
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