In a dramatic turn of events during the Iron Skillet rivalry game between SMU and TCU, Horned Frogs head coach Sonny Dykes was ejected just seconds into the second half after receiving two unsportsmanlike conduct penalties. The incident was sparked by a called-back kickoff return touchdown that infuriated Dykes as his team trailed 41-21 at the time. His ejection was met with cheers from the SMU crowd, who viewed Dykes' move to TCU as a betrayal after previously coaching at SMU. The Mustangs continued to capitalize on the chaos, maintaining their lead and ultimately winning the game 49-28. Dykes, who had enjoyed a successful tenure at SMU before moving to TCU, left the field pumping his fists at the audience, further intensifying the rivalry. Offensive coordinator Kendal Briles took over coaching duties for TCU following Dykes' dismissal.