Memphis Tigers to Face North Texas in Pivotal AAC Clash

The Memphis Tigers are set to continue their American Athletic Conference (AAC) campaign with a challenging matchup against the North Texas Mean Green on Saturday at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. The Tigers, who recently faced competition in Orlando, remain hopeful as they eye potential victories following this weekend’s game, leading up to their regular season finale against Tulane.

The Mean Green bring conference momentum into the game, boasting victories over Tulsa and Florida Atlantic University (FAU), making them 2-0 in the AAC. This Saturday’s encounter provides a crucial test to gauge North Texas’ capability as a serious contender in the league this season.

Nationally, the Memphis vs. North Texas game will be broadcast on ESPNU as part of Week 8 of the 2024 college football season. The commentary will be delivered by Noah Reed and Craig Haubert, live from Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Streaming options are available, with new subscribers being offered a free trial.

Kicking off at 6:30 p.m. CT, the game sees Memphis aiming to slow down, though not entirely halt, the North Texas offensive efforts. The Tigers are expected to harness sufficient offensive energy to maintain their winning trajectory.

Currently, Memphis holds a record of 5-1 with a 1-1 tally in the AAC, while North Texas boasts an identical overall record at 5-1, but with an undefeated 2-0 AAC record. Interesting betting odds have been highlighted, though they may have changed since Friday, October 18.

The game showcases a clash between one of the nation’s top offenses against one of the best defenses. North Texas ranks 13th nationally in scoring offense, averaging 40.8 points per game, while Memphis’ defense stands similarly ranked, allowing just 15.8 points per game.

Frank Bonner, the Memphis Tigers football beat writer, originally hails from Indiana. Before his current role, he covered Oklahoma State football and basketball in Tulsa, and high school sports in Columbus, Indiana. Bonner holds a Master’s degree in Sports Journalism from IUPUI and a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Indiana University.