Key returnees: Nick Horton (Sr.), Mason Gentry (Sr.), Justin Lawler (Sr.), Michael Badejo (So.), Demerick Gary (So.), Chris Biggurs (RS-So.), JT Williams (Sr.)
Key losses: Deon Green, Zelt Minor, Jarvis Pruitt
Key additions: Harrison Loveless, Tony Ndukwe, Tyson Neals
Biggest unanswered question: Can SMU get some more consistency up front? The group had some impressive games, but too often the Mustangs were dominated in the trenches as teams pounded the rock at will. SMU has some experience in its front four, so leadership could be the key to more consistent play.