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Memphis linebacker: Must ‘respect each opponent’ in final four games
After a loss to UAB followed by bounce-back win against South Florida, Tigers linebacker Sam Brumfield lays out what’s ahead in the days to come.
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After a loss to UAB followed by bounce-back win against South Florida, Tigers linebacker Sam Brumfield lays out what’s ahead in the days to come.
The Tigers have four games remaining in their quest toward a potential American Conference title, starting with a road game against Rice.
Memphis quarterback Brendon Lewis completed 18 of 23 passes for 225 yards while leading the team with 87 yards rushing on 10 carries.Related content:
The Memphis Tigers cruised to a 38-14 win at Rice, but quarterback Brendon Lewis got banged up late.
Brendon Lewis was injured in Memphis’ win over Rice in Houston.
The Tigers are ranked higher than they were last week in both national polls.
Brendon Lewis appeared hobbled after a hit during Memphis’ road win over Rice, but offensive coordinator Tim Cramsey said Lewis “is great.”
No Group of Six school was included in the first College Football Playoff rankings of the season.
The Memphis-Tulane matchup doesn’t have a special trophy for the winning team like the Battle for the Bones when the Tigers play UAB. But that doesn’t make it any less intriguing.
Friday’s matchup between Memphis and Tulane could turn out to be an elimination game for a berth in the American Conference Championship.
During a game in which Tulane looked to be in complete control with a 21-point lead late in the third quarter, Memphis fought back to within 6 points but fell short.Related content: