Memphis Tigers secure 27-21 win over UNLV in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 6:35 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Memphis Tigers opened the Charles Huff era with a 27-21 victory over UNLV in Las Vegas on August 30, 2026. After trailing at halftime, Memphis dominated the second half, limiting UNLV to just seven points. Marcus Stokes threw for 223 yards and two touchdowns, while Jaylin Carter rushed for a touchdown, leading to a strong performance by the Tigers' defense. The Tigers will return home for their next game against Arkansas State in a newly renovated stadium.
- •Memphis started strong, trailing 14-7 at halftime.
- •Marcus Stokes began his tenure with 223 passing yards and two touchdowns.
- •Jaylin Carter led rushing with 97 yards and a touchdown.
- •Memphis defense recorded six sacks in the second half.
- •Next game for Memphis is against Arkansas State at home.
- 6:35 AMYahoo Sports — The Charles Huff era starts with massive win 27-21 win over UNLV
"The Charles Huff era began with a win in Vegas as the Tigers put together an impressive second half to secure a 27-21 win over UNLV.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
FootballNFL•Aug 30, 2026, 10:05 AMTitans' roster cuts: Everything you need to know about final cuts, practice squad and waivers- FootballFootball•Aug 30, 2026, 10:03 AMHow Jackson State reacted to Tennessee State botching go-ahead field goal attempt
NFL•Aug 30, 2026, 10:00 AMSean Payton wanted Broncos roster hopefuls to “make us spin the chair”- NFL•Aug 30, 2026, 9:58 AMBears third-round pick Zavion Thomas scores 97-yard touchdown on his first NFL play
NFL•Aug 30, 2026, 9:56 AMGiants' John Harbaugh: C.J. Okoye is 'type of guy we've been looking for'
NFL•Aug 30, 2026, 9:31 AMBengals should consider targeting 3 early NFL cuts