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Memphis Tigers Prepare to Face Off Against Troy Trojans in Group of Five Showdown, Favored by 18.5 Points

This Saturday, college football fans can expect an exciting Group of Five matchup between the Troy Trojans and the Memphis Tigers. The game will take place at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, TN, with kickoff set for 12:00 ET. Memphis is the favored team with an opening line of -17, which has since moved to -18.5. Be sure to tune in for what promises to be a thrilling game between these two competitive teams. #NCAAF #CollegeFootball #TroyTrojans #MemphisTigers

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Trojans +733 | Tigers -1158
• Spread: Trojans +18.5 (-110) | Tigers -18.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 57.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Memphis will win straight-up is 92%.

Troy vs Memphis Stats

Troy Trojans

Gerad Parker is the head coach of the Troy football program, having previously worked at Notre Dame where he specialized in coaching tight ends and was promoted to offensive coordinator in 2023. His coordinators, Sean Reagan for offense and Dontae Wright for defense, are also new to the program. Troy's first game under Parker's leadership resulted in a close loss to Nevada, where they missed a crucial two-point conversion in the final seconds. Despite standout performances by Goose Crowder and Damien Taylor, Troy's defense struggled, conceding 393 yards. Last season, Troy's defense ranked sixth in the country, but with coaching changes, this statistic may not be indicative of their current performance. Troy is currently ranked 12th in power rankings, with an offense averaging X points per game and a defense allowing an average of Y points per game. They are 0-1 (0-1 ATS) for the season.

Memphis Tigers Analysis

In their opening game, the Memphis Tigers dominated North Alabama with a 40-0 victory. They covered the spread as 38.5-point favorites and the total points came in under the pregame total of 62.5. Quarterback Seth Henigan had an impressive performance with 308 passing yards and two touchdowns. Mario Anderson led the rushing attack with 46 yards. Offensive coordinator Tim Cramsey operates a passing-dominant pro-spread offense. Head coach Ryan Silverfield has led the team to success, including a 10-3 record and a Liberty Bowl win in his fourth season. Defensive coordinator Jordan Hankins started strong, with the defense posting a shutout and allowing only 185 total yards while forcing three turnovers. The Memphis Tigers have a power ranking of 32 and are ranked # for offense and defense, with a 1-0 record overall. Troy has struggled in their recent matchups against Memphis.

Memphis' Blowout Win Over FCS Opponent Raises Questions Ahead of Matchup Against Troy

I am hesitant to attribute too much significance to Memphis' 40-0 victory over FCS North Alabama given the difference in competition level compared to upcoming matchups. It is important to note that the Tigers struggled defensively last season, ranking 96th in scoring defense with 30.0 points allowed per game. Therefore, I remain unconvinced that their defensive issues have been entirely resolved.

Considering these factors, I believe it would be prudent to consider taking the points with Troy in this situation. With nearly three touchdowns spread, the opportunity to capitalize on a defense that struggled in the past is present. Furthermore, Troy demonstrated resilience in their recent game against Nevada, as evidenced by a close 28-26 loss and a strong showing throughout the match. Head Coach Gerad Parker has brought positive changes to the program, reflected in their predicted finish in the coaches' poll. Expect a high-scoring game, but Troy should be able to compete effectively.

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