Memphis football prepares for Boise State after opening season with two wins
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 2:43 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
Memphis holds a 2-0 record following victories over UNLV and Arkansas State to begin the season. Despite the undefeated start, head coach Charles Huff highlighted the need for more consistent play as the team prepares for a September 12 road matchup against Boise State. The Tigers have excelled in the second half, outscoring opponents 41-14, but have struggled to maintain efficiency during opening quarters. The passing game remains an area of focus for quarterback Marcus Stokes after a two-interception performance last week. Defensively, the team has relied on a strong pass rush and secondary coverage, though the coaching staff aims for both units to peak simultaneously. Memphis enters the upcoming contest as a 7.5-point underdog against a Broncos team that recently challenged Oregon.
- •Memphis maintains a 2-0 record entering its third game of the season.
- •The Tigers face Boise State on September 12 at 5 p.m. CT.
- •Marcus Stokes recorded two touchdowns and two interceptions against Arkansas State.
- •Memphis has outscored its opponents 41-14 in the second half this season.
- 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — Memphis bowl projections after week 1
- 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Where Memphis football has room to improve heading into Boise State matchup
"After starting the season a week early in week zero, Memphis enters week two with a 2-0 record and a massive game on Saturday against Boise State. Charles Huff’s team is one of three teams in the country who started the year 2-0, and it looks like they’re well on their way to making a 13th straight bowl game this season.
"Memphis football is 2-0 to start the season. Here's what we've learned about the Tigers and what they need to do as they prepare for Boise State.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 2:43 AMMemphis bowl projections after week 1
After starting the season a week early in week zero, Memphis enters week two with a 2-0 record and a massive game on Saturday against Boise State. Charles Huff’s team is one of three teams in the country who started the year 2-0, and it looks like they’re well on their way to making a 13th straight bowl game this season.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 10:03 AMWhere Memphis football has room to improve heading into Boise State matchup
Memphis football is 2-0 to start the season. Here's what we've learned about the Tigers and what they need to do as they prepare for Boise State.
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