Welcome back to the Tigers Football Insider, where we bring you the latest news and analysis from The Daily Memphian’s Steven Johnson each week. 

Over the last few years Memphis football has become synonymous with explosive offense, dynamic running backs and stylish jerseys.

Let’s add being big game performers to the list. Late last week FOX’s College Football page tweeted out the Group of Five teams with the most ranked wins since 2016.

Guess who is at the top of the list? Memphis, of course. The Tigers led the way with six ranked wins, one more than UCF and two more than Boise State.

Ryan Silverfield was on the coaching staff for each one. Let’s briefly revisit those ranked wins.

Nov. 29 and Dec. 7, 2019 vs. Cincinnati: In order for Memphis to capture the AAC Championship, the Tigers needed to go through the Bearcats in back-to-back weeks. Ranked No. 18 and No. 21 at the time of matchups, the Tigers edged Cincy, 34-24, and then 29-24 in the AAC title game.

Nov. 2, 2019 vs. SMU: The biggest moment in program history led by the appearance on College GameDay. With the national spotlight fixated on them, the Tigers didn’t disappoint. Antonio Gibson put on a show as Memphis defeated No. 15 SMU, 54-48, at the Liberty Bowl.

Oct. 14, 2017 vs. Navy: One of the many close battles between the two programs over the years, Memphis held off a late Navy run to beat the No. 25 Midshipmen, 30-27.

Sept. 16, 2017 vs. UCLA: Led by a heroic performance by Anthony Miller (185 yards, 2 touchdowns) the Tigers upset future first round pick Josh Rosen and the No. 25 Bruins. Riley Ferguson threw the go-ahead touchdown to Phil Mayhue with 9:56 remaining in the fourth.

Nov. 25, 2016 vs. Houston: Memphis entered this Friday night game with a six-game losing streak against the Cougars. When Houston took a 44-41 lead with 1:29 left, it appeared the streak would move to seven. That was until Riley Ferguson and Anthony Miller connected for the game-winning touchdown with just 19 seconds left. The Tigers prevailed, 48-44, and haven’t lost to the Cougars since.

More from your Insider:

Who's returning for 2021 Tigers football? Here's a list

Defensive back Tyrez Lindsey and linebackers JJ Russell and Keith Brown Jr. are two more returning for a final year. The biggest name missing was Manuel Orona-Lopez.

Calkins: It's Memphis vs. Errrbody once again

When the American Athletic Conference stripped Memphis of its final home game against Houston, it was just the latest in a long line of civic shaftings. There’s a reason Memphians are so resilient. What other choice do we have?

.....