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Memphis Defeats Arkansas State in Home Opener 42-24
Jaylin Carter rushed for 183 yards and four touchdowns as Memphis forced four turnovers and pulled away after halftime.
- On Saturday, Memphis defeated Arkansas State 42-24 in the first game at the newly renovated Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. A sellout crowd of 45,632 watched the Tigers improve to 2-0 on the season.
- Memphis's rushing attack powered the victory, totaling 335 yards on the night—the first time the program exceeded 300 rushing yards since September 2020. Manny Covey added over 103 yards to complement the dominant ground game.
- Running back Jaylin Carter led the scoring effort with 183 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 19 carries. He scored three of those touchdowns after halftime, helping Memphis pull away from the Red Wolves.
- Although Arkansas State quarterback Trey Owens threw for 325 yards, Memphis's defense forced four turnovers, including two interceptions by Dylan King. Zach Ruffin and Ahmere Foster each added one interception to seal the victory.
- Next Saturday, the Tigers travel to face Boise State in a significant road matchup. This contest follows Memphis's recent win at UNLV, which coach Charles Huff called a "national statement" victory.
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Jaylin Carter scores 4 TDs to lead Memphis past Arkansas State 42-24
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Leaning Left6Leaning Right1Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution55% Left
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