Big 12 football: TCU coach Gary Patterson on the hot seat

By Berry Tramel | Published: September 28, 2012 Comment on this article

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In 2011, TCU lost 40-33 at home to SMU. The Frogs eventually finished 11-2.

TCU coach Gary Patterson was agitated after losing to the Mustangs last season, saying SMU could expect no favors from him again, regarding scheduling, conference realignment or anything else.

Within five days, the Big 12 invited TCU to join the league, and Patterson since has apologized to SMU and coach June Jones for his comments.

But Saturday, TCU plays at SMU. The Mustangs obviously are capable not only of beating really good TCU teams, but of getting under Patterson's skin.