Memphis football hosts UT Martin in Week 3 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 10:02 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Memphis football faces UT Martin on September 19 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. The Tigers, currently 2-1, look to rebound after their first loss under coach Charles Huff to Boise State. Memphis is a significant favorite, but history recalls UT Martin's upset victory in 2012 on the same field. The game also serves as a critical opportunity for Memphis to address offensive inconsistencies before entering tougher conference games. UT Martin has struggled, entering the matchup with a 1-2 record and has not thrown a passing touchdown this season.
- •Memphis has the nation's leading rusher and second-leading passer.
- •UT Martin has connections with several Memphis recruits on its roster.
- •UT Martin enters the game after a loss to West Virginia.
- •Memphis looks to diversify its offensive strategy after previous struggles.
- 10:02 AMYahoo Sports — Memphis football vs UT Martin preview, prediction for Week 3 game
"Memphis will face UT Martin on Sept. 19 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Here's our preview and prediction.
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