| Box Score | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Florida | 7 | 7 | 7 | 15 | 36 |
| Memphis | 7 | 13 | 3 | 20 | 43 |
Memphis overcomes miscues, defeats #23 UCF 43-36
MEMPHIS -- Freshman RB Kyle Thomas ran for a career high 143 yards and scored 1 TD to help the Tigers overcome an uncharacteristically sloppy performance from Paxton Lynch. The sophomore QB was intercepted 4 times, which allowed the Golden Knights to keep it close despite being outgained by 197 total yards. In the end, a costly fumble and a powerful running attack pushed the Tigers season opening win streak to 6.
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INJURIES
WR Brandon Durbin (Torn bicep)
Players of the Game
Memphis
Kyle Thomas
, HB
| Game Statistics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Category | Central Florida | Memphis |
| First Downs | 18 | 29 |
| Total Offense | 431 | 624 |
| Rushes-YDS | 29-110 | 33-244 |
| Passing YDS | 321 | 380 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 4 |
| Total Yards | 472 | 669 |
| T.O.P. | 11:43 | 20:17 |