Memphis defense buckles down, but it wasn’t an easy win against Arkansas State
University of Memphis defensive end John Cartwright (95) rushes the passer during the Tigers' home opener against Arkansas State at the Liberty Bowl Sept.5, 2020. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis running back Rodrigues Clark (2) breaks a tackle from Arkansas State linebacker Caleb Bonner (22) on his way to a touchdown during the Tigers' home opener at the Liberty Bowl Sept. 5, 2020. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis running back Kylan Watkins (17)breaks a tackle from Arkansas State linebacker Fred Harvey(24) on his way to a touchdown during the Tigers' home opener at the Liberty Bowl Sept.5, 2020. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis receiver Damante Coxie (10) celebrates with temmates after scoring a touchdown during the Tigers' home opener against Arkansas State at the Liberty Bowl Sept.5, 2020. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis cornerback Sylvonta Oliver (11) goes up for an interception during the Tigers' home opener against Arkansas State at the Liberty Bowl Sept.5, 2020. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis quarterback Brady White (3) throws a pass during the Tigers' home opener against Arkansas State at the Liberty Bowl Sept.5, 2020. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis receiver Damante Coxie (10) just misses a pass from quarterback Brady White (3) pass during the Tigers' home opener against Arkansas State at the Liberty Bowl Sept.5, 2020. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis tight end Sean Dykes (5) dodges an Arkansas State defender during the Tigers' home opener at the Liberty Bowl Sept.5, 2020. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis running back Kylan Watkins (17)breaks a tackle from Arkansas State linebacker Fred Harvey(24) on his way to a touchdown during the Tigers' home opener at the Liberty Bowl Sept.5, 2020. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
Down multiple starters, the Tigers' defense made a key adjustment, and some well-timed offense led to a successful season opener and coach Ryan Silverfield's first victory.
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Memphis Football AAC football Arkansas State college football Brady White Damonte Coxie Ryan Silverfield Memphis TigersSteven Johnson
Johnson is a Memphis native who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2016. He's traveled the country covering teams like Syracuse, the Buffalo Bills and the Memphis Grizzlies. He's excited about the opportunity to cover the Tigers and all things in the city of Memphis.
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