Memphis football quarterback Brendon Lewis took the field as the starter in the game against USF on October 25, despite being deemed questionable on the conference availability report prior to the matchup. Following a leg injury that forced him to leave the previous game against UAB on October 18, Lewis had been categorized as “day-to-day” throughout the week. Coach Ryan Silverfield had indicated the possibility of utilizing multiple quarterbacks during the game against the Bulls.
The 6-foot-3, 210-pound signal-caller has had a notable season, amassing 1,337 passing yards and eight touchdowns, along with 440 rushing yards and seven additional touchdowns. The Tigers, boasting a record of 6-1 and standing at 2-1 in the American Conference, began their season on a notable six-game winning streak but faced an unexpected setback with their recent loss to UAB. As a result, the matchup against the Bulls is critical for Memphis to keep their hopes alive for both the conference title and the College Football Playoff.
USF, with an impressive record of 6-1 and a perfect 3-0 conference standing, is also eyeing the postseason and could strengthen their title pursuit with a victory. The excitement builds as the Tigers and Bulls are set to clash at 11 a.m. on ESPN2 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, promising an intriguing showdown for both teams.