- Matchup: UAB Blazers vs Memphis Tigers
- Event Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Venue: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Memphis, TN
- Broadcast: ESPN2
- Betting Odds: Tigers favored by 14.5 points
- Game Total: 57.5 points
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This upcoming clash at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium features the Memphis Tigers (4-1) facing off against the UAB Blazers (3-2) on Saturday, October 10, 2026. The Tigers enter the game as 14.5-point favorites, with an over/under set at 57.5 points.
The UAB Blazers take the field with a current record of 3-2. In their most recent match against the Samford Bulldogs, the Blazers secured a convincing 33-14 victory. UAB’s defense kept the Bulldogs’ rushing game in check, allowing just 90 yards on 25 carries, which breaks down to 3.6 yards per attempt. In the air, they permitted 17 completions on 29 attempts for 140 yards, achieving a completion rate of 58.6%. Overall, the Blazers executed 70 plays, amassing a total of 400 yards, while their rushing game yielded 248 yards on 51 attempts, averaging 4.9 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the UAB Blazers average 24.0 points per game, ranking 48th nationally with an average of 179.6 rushing yards per game. They have accumulated 1,702 total offensive yards this season, with 4 touchdowns through the air and 7 on the ground. UAB has converted 96 first downs while also recording 34 penalties for 299 yards, resulting in 7 turnovers.
Defensively, the Blazers have given up 592 yards through the air, marking them 5th in Division 1. They allow an average of 118.4 passing yards per game and a completion percentage of 59.2%. Overall, they give up 301.4 yards per game, ranking 33rd in the nation. The Blazers have surrendered 4 passing touchdowns, 9 rushing touchdowns, and average 4.5 yards given up per rushing attempt, totaling 915 yards allowed on the ground over the first five games. Their defense ranks 70th in college football, permitting 23.4 points per game.
The Memphis Tigers, with a record of 4-1, head into this game following a dominant performance in their last outing, defeating the Charlotte 49ers 59-8. The Tigers recorded 674 total yards during the game, running 89 plays at an impressive average of 7.6 yards per play. Their ground game was strong, averaging 5.0 yards per carry and totaling 288 yards on 58 attempts. Defensively, Memphis allowed the 49ers 132 rushing yards on 24 attempts, which breaks down to 5.5 yards per carry, while their pass defense limited the opposition to a 43.8% completion rate, yielding just 77 yards on 7 completions from 16 attempts.
In terms of scoring proficiency, the Tigers rank 23rd in the nation, averaging 38.6 points per game. With a staggering average of 541.2 total yards per game, they rank 4th in the country. The Memphis offense has issued 224 yards through 24 penalties, placing them 114th nationally in this category. They have thrown 4 interceptions and lost 1 fumble, while successfully accruing 125 first downs. The Tigers have tallied 1,454 passing yards this season, averaging 290.8 yards per game, ranking 22nd in Division 1, and they boast a robust ground attack averaging 250.4 yards per game, accumulating a total of 1,252 yards.
On defense, Memphis has allowed 881 rushing yards throughout the season (176.2 yards per game) and have conceded 8 rushing touchdowns. They have also allowed 6 passing touchdowns for a total of 218.2 yards per game, placing them 84th in the nation. Overall, they have given up 112 points thus far. The Tigers’ defense has forced 3 fumbles and snagged 5 interceptions this season, while being on field for 310 plays, ranking them 67th nationally. They concede 22.4 points per game, which places them 60th in Division 1.
Who will triumph in the Blazers vs Tigers collegiate football showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Blazers +14.5
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