Memphis, TN
Sep 28, 2024
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The Memphis Tigers dispatched Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 24-7 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, marking their 29-1 record in the last 30 home games against non-conference opponents. The Tigers accumulated 413 total yards with 186 on the ground, including three rushing touchdowns. Memphis exploited turnovers, with Kobee Minor's crucial strip sack setting the scene early in the second quarter for a touchdown, spearheaded by an impressive defensive performance that limited Middle Tennessee to 29 rushing yards on 25 attempts.
Despite a third-quarter resurgence by Middle Tennessee with a scoring drive capped by Terry Wilkins' touchdown, Memphis' offense, orchestrated by all-time leading passer Seth Henigan, who threw for 227 yards—albeit without a touchdown for the first time—managed another touchdown combined with staunch defensive play led by Elijah Herring's 10 tackles and two sacks. The Tigers maintained a streak of games scoring over 20 points and furthering Head Coach Ryan Silverfield's perfect record when holding opponents to 20 points or less.
Kobee Minor (Memphis)
Executed a ferocious blitz that resulted in a strip sack on Nicholas Vattiato. The fumble was recovered by Chandler Martin, setting up a quick Memphis touchdown drive.
Brandon Thomas (Memphis)
Capped off a short 12-yard drive with a 2-yard rushing touchdown, capitalizing on the turnover forced by the defense to give Memphis their first lead.
Mario Anderson Jr. (Memphis)
Scored a 4-yard rushing touchdown to conclude a methodical 70-yard drive, solidifying Memphis' lead at halftime to 14-0.
Terry Wilkins (Middle Tennessee)
Capped an inspired 8-play, 75-yard drive from Middle Tennessee with a 5-yard touchdown, cutting Memphis' lead to 14-7.
Brandon Thomas (Memphis)
Responded swiftly with a 1-yard rushing touchdown following a 50-yard drive, widening the gap to 21-7.
Caden Costa (Memphis)
Nailed a 47-yard field goal to increase Memphis' lead to 24-7, cementing the final score.
Brandon Thomas (Memphis, RB)
With only six carries, managed to find the end zone twice, reaching career milestones with his 30th and 31st touchdowns, placing him fifth in all-time rushing touchdowns at Memphis.
Mario Anderson Jr. (Memphis, RB)
Delivered an outstanding dual-threat performance with 118 rushing yards on 18 carries and over 160 total yards including receiving, instrumental in maintaining offensive momentum.
Elijah Herring (Memphis, LB)
Anchored the defense with a career-high 10 tackles, including 2.5 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks, key in shutting down Middle Tennessee's offense.
Omari Kelly (Middle Tennessee, WR)
Amassed 174 receiving yards on six catches, providing crucial plays, though ultimately thwarted by Memphis' defense.
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
0
0
7
0
7
Memphis Tigers
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14
10
0
24
