Southern Methodist University will take on Texas Christian University at home on Saturday afternoon. The Mustangs started off the season with easy victories against North Texas and Lamar, but they lost to Maryland last week. After defeating Tarleton State and Colorado, TCU enjoyed a week off.SMU will be relieved to be playing at home on Saturday after having to travel for two of its first three games. They lost to Maryland last week as underdogs, but they easily defeated North Texas and Lamar in their first two games this year. Tanner Mordecai, a senior quarterback, is one of the best in the nation after throwing for 1,013 yards and 10 touchdowns so far.TCU has already traveled and handled business once this season, thrashing Colorado 38-13 in the season opener. Following that, the Horned Frogs defeated Tarleton State 59-17 as the 40-point favorites, covering the spread once more. They got last week off, which helped them to feel rested and ready for SMU.SMU FootbaIl@SMUFBIt's time to put on for our city.#PonyUpDallas36980It's time to put on for our city.#PonyUpDallas https://t.co/pyswdlQ0Gr"It's time to put on for our city." - SMUFBFanduel:- Bet $5, get $150 regardless if your bet wins or loses!Southern Methodist University vs. Texas Christian University match detailsFixture: TCU at SMUDate and Time: Saturday, September 12 at 12:00 p.m. ETVenue: Gerald J. Ford Stadium, Dallas, TXSouthern Methodist University vs. Texas Christian University betting oddsTeamsMoney lineSpreadOver/UnderTexas Christian University Horned Frogs-140-2.5 (-115)Over 71 (-110)Southern Methodist University Mustangs+120+2.5 (-105)Under 71 (-110)Southern Methodist University vs. Texas Christian University best picksTanner Mordecai and senior wide receiver Rashee Rice, who has hauled in 28 receptions for 491 yards and three touchdowns, get along great. TCU has played just two games so far this year, giving SMU the advantage. The Mustangs are 14-2 in their last 16 home games, and in 12 of the previous 18 meetings between the two teams, they have covered the spread.Pick: Mustangs +2.5 (-105)Southern Methodist University vs. Texas Christian University predictionSMU has managed to cover the spread 12 times in their previous 18 meetings. So, although expect a close encounter between the friendly foes, TCU should give a nice and tight fight to the hosts today.Horned Forgs -140