#38
Jake Ballard
Returning to SMU for 2026
This season's coverage starts August 26 — check back once kickoff hits.
Jake Ballard
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
How he plays
2026 Outlook
SMU
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Safety · SMU
Returning around him
- 50% of 2024 offensive production back (Solid continuity)
- 1 SMU player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -11 net (14 in / 25 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
SMU · Last season: 9-4 (AP #25) · Talent rank #25 · 2026 recruiting class #32
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #9588
Peaked at #9588 this season.