Memphis Defense Smothers Temple, 24-3

Saturday, October 1

Memphis, Tenn.

11 A.M.

University of Memphis

4-1 , 2-0

Temple

2-3 , 0-1

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Temple

Memphis

Oct 01, 2022 | Football

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The University of Memphis football team used another stellar defensive performance to defeat Temple, 24-3, at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, Tenn. on Saturday afternoon.

With the victory, the Tigers are 4-1 to start the season for the first time since 2019 and 2-0 in American Athletic Conference (AAC) play for the first time since 2016. With the loss, the Owls fall to 2-3 overall and 0-1 in conference.

Linebacker Xavier "Zay" Cullens led the charge defensively, posting a game-high nine tackles to go with 2.5 tackles for loss, an interception and a pass breakup. Both Tyler Murray and Cincir Evans also had picks for Memphis, who extended the team's streak to 10-straight games with at least one turnover.

Offensively, running back Brandon Thomas ran for two touchdowns for the second-consecutive week, while tight end Caden Prieskorn had a four-yard scoring grab to give him five touchdowns in his last four contests. Quarterback Seth Henigan completed 24-of-45 passes for 195 yards and one score.

With Temple leading 3-0 at halftime, the Tigers suffocated the Owls both offensively and defensively in the second half. Memphis scored 24 points in the game's last 16:36 minutes, while the defense forced three turnovers in the final 5:36 minutes of the game.

The Memphis Tigers will be back in action on Friday, Oct. 7 when the team plays host to AAC rival Houston at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. The game is slated for a 6:30 p.m. kickoff and will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2.

Single-game tickets for the 2022 Memphis Football season are now available at GoTigersGo.com. Tickets in the family zone for all home games start at $20 and in the endzone for $25. The Pick 3 Mini Plan is also available for the 2022 Tiger season. The Pick 3 Mini Plan gives fans the flexibility to pick from any three Memphis home games during the 2022 season at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, starting at just $45.

Additionally, season tickets for the 2022 University of Memphis football season are now on sale. Fans interested in purchasing season tickets can go to GoTigersGo.com or call the ticket office at 901-678-2331. To request ticket information for the 2022 season, click here. The Memphis Ticket Office can also be reached during business hours at (901) 678-2331.

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