About Us | Contact Us | Email Preferences | Help | Donate

Memphis Tigers Football

Tigers ‘big boy football’ strategy kills Houston’s spirit

By , Daily Memphian Published: November 25, 2018 11:13 PM CT
<strong>University of Memphis running back Patrick Taylor Jr. (6) sprints down field after breaking away from the Houston defense during the Tigers-Cougars matchup on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium in Memphis.&nbsp;</strong>(Houston Cofield/Daily Memphian)

University of Memphis running back Patrick Taylor Jr. (6) sprints down field after breaking away from the Houston defense during the Tigers-Cougars matchup on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium in Memphis. (Houston Cofield/Daily Memphian)

The official stats read, “HENDERSON, D. rush for 4 yards to the MEM48, 1ST DOWN MEM.” This moment was more significant than one line on Friday's play-by-play in Memphis' 52-31 win over Houston.

Topics

Houston Cougars Joseph Dorceus Memphis Tigers Football Patrick Taylor
Jonah Jordan

Jonah Jordan

Jonah Jordan was born and raised in Memphis, graduated from the University of Memphis and has covered the Memphis Tigers for three years. When he's not writing, he enjoys golfing and eating barbecue.

Comments

Want to comment on our stories or respond to others? Join the conversation by subscribing now. Only paid subscribers can add their thoughts or upvote/downvote comments. Our commenting policy can be viewed here. 

Trending Now

© 2024 The Daily Memphian | Contact Us | FAQ | Additional Subscription Options | Work With Us | About Us | Privacy Policy | Donate