It was a must-win for Memphis football after losing to UAB. But the Tigers beat USF, and they're right back in the talk for a spot in the CFP.

Memphis Tigers football coach Ryan Silverfield's team isn't a shoo-in for the American Championship Game, but they're the closest thing in the conference.

The Tigers (7-1, 3-1 American Conference) overcame a 10-point halftime deficit to beat USF 34-31 on Oct. 25 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. The Bulls (6-2, 3-1) were in control for most of the game, but Memphis’ offense kicked into gear in the second half to pull out the win.

On Saturday, the USF Bulls and Memphis Tigers will tussle in an American Athletic Conference battle at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.

The defeat to Miami remains the only blemish on South Florida’s ledger, and the Bulls responded to the defeat in style, winning their next four games by an average margin of 34.75 points. Three of those opponents were also-rans, but a 63-36 victory over red-hot North Texas was as impressive a performance as you’ll see in the Group of 5 this season.

Preview the Oct. 25 matchup between the South Florida Bulls and Memphis Tigers with predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting lines and more.

The Tigers suffered a disappointing loss at UAB a week before taking on No. 18 South Florida in front of 30,940 fans at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. It was a rollercoaster ride for Memphis fans who watched USF lead for most of the game, including a 14-point lead early in the fourth quarter.

A week after dropping out of college football's polls after an upset loss at UAB, Memphis football is back in the US LBM Coaches Poll following its 34-31 win on Oct. 25 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. The Tigers (7-1, 3-1 American Conference) re-entered the poll at No. 25. USF dropped out but still received 24 voting points.

The University of Memphis football team is back in both polls this week, coming in at No. 25 in the US LBM Coaches and Associated Press polls. Memphis (7-1, 3-1

The University of Memphis football team (7-1, 3-1 American) staged an unbelievable comeback win over No. 18/20 South Florida (6-2, 3-1 American) with the 34-31 victory at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium Saturday afternoon.