“DALLAS – As the city council convened for its meeting on Wednesday, Mayor Eric Johnson and his fellow council members made a bold statement with their attire, one that sent a clear message ahead of the highly anticipated TCU-SMU showdown this weekend. In a display of camaraderie and school spirit, the leaders wore shirts emblazoned with the bold phrase “TCU Sucks,” a nod to the age-old rivalry between the two institutions.
According to Mayor Johnson, he received the “awesome shirt” from council member Chad West, who has clearly been a long-time supporter of the Horned Frogs. The mayor, a native Dallasite, may not have attended SMU himself, but his enthusiasm for the game was palpable.
This weekend’s Battle for the Iron Skillet promises to be an electrifying affair, with TCU and SMU set to face off at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas. As the two teams take to the field, the city’s leaders will be cheering them on from the sidelines, their “TCU Sucks” shirts proudly on display.
In case anyone still had questions! Looking forward to the showdown this weekend! Let’s go, @SMUFB! Bring home the Iron Skillet! Thank you @ChadWestDallas for the awesome shirts by Tayhoss Designs! #GoPonies 🐎 pic.twitter.com/OTkty9NaJF
— Mayor Eric L. Johnson (@Johnson4Dallas) September 18, 2024
The storied rivalry between Fort Worth and Dallas has been a staple of the football world since 1915, with the two teams engaging in a fierce battle for bragging rights every year. However, the era of this iconic showdown is set to come to an end. TCU has announced that it will be concluding the annual rivalry after the 2025 season, marking the culmination of a century-long tradition.
This swan song will be the 103rd meeting between the two teams, a testament to the enduring nature of their rivalry. The Horned Frogs have dominated the matchup over the years, boasting a impressive 53-42-7 record. As the curtain closes on this chapter of their rivalry, fans will be left to reminisce about the countless memories made on the field between these two Texas powerhouses.