Memphis defeated South Florida 34-31 on Saturday in a high-scoring contest decided in the fourth quarter. The Tigers trailed 31-17 entering the final period but outscored the Bulls 17-0 to secure the victory and cover the 3.5-point spread.

South Florida struck early, with quarterback B. Brown scoring on a 44-yard rushing touchdown in the first quarter. The Bulls built momentum through the first half, leading 24-14 at intermission. They extended their advantage to 31-17 with a field goal in the third quarter and a spectacular 73-yard rushing touchdown by S. Franklin late in the period.

However, Memphis regrouped behind quarterback Brendon Lewis, who completed 307 passing yards. The Tigers scored 17 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to claim the win. South Florida's Jonathan Echols led the receiving effort with nine receptions, while Franklin paced the rushing attack with 81 yards despite his touchdown being part of the losing effort.

The game exceeded the 59.5-point over-under, finishing with a combined 65 points. Memphis' fourth-quarter surge proved decisive in a volatile contest that featured significant momentum swings throughout.