Isaac Bruce is back, and so are fond memories, for big Tigers game
Pro Football Hall of Famer is ready to see the University of Memphis defeat Mississippi State again
Isaac Bruce, who caught seven passes for 112 yards and two touchdowns against the Bulldogs 28 years ago, is eager to see the Tigers defeat the Bulldogs again Saturday, Sept. 18. Bruce posed with his bust during the induction ceremony at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021, in Canton, Ohio. (Ron Schwane/AP file)
It was 28 years ago that Bruce made a statement against the SEC school. This time, he’s looking forward to seeing Calvin Austin III in action.
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Frank Bonner is the Memphis Tigers football beat writer. He is originally from Indiana but arrived in Memphis after spending two years in Tulsa, covering Oklahoma State football and basketball. He covered high school sports in Columbus, Indiana for two years before getting his Master’s degree in Sports Journalism at IUPUI. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in journalism from Indiana University.
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