Our predictions for every game on Memphis football's 2026 schedule
Here are our predictions for every game on Memphis' 2026 schedule as it strives for a College Football Playoff berth.
The Memphis football season of 2026 has begun, and no one can predict the outcomes of the games. The Tigers have a new coaching staff and a mostly new roster as they commence the Charles Huff era. Huff has expressed his desire for the program to achieve conference championships since arriving in Memphis, but the Tigers have not made it to an American Conference title game since 2019.
The American Conference is wide open this season, with many teams uncertain about their chances of reaching the title game. The Tigers face a challenging nonconference schedule starting with a tough game against UNLV. Here are our predictions for each game in Memphis' 2026 football season:
August 29: Memphis vs UNLV
Location: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas; Time: 9 PM CT
Prediction: The Rebels will likely win 38-35 after a high-scoring game with a late field goal by UNLV.
September 5: Memphis vs Arkansas State
Location: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Memphis; Time: 6 PM CT
Prediction: Memphis will win 31-24 against a consistent Arkansas State team in their home opener.
September 12: Memphis at Boise State
Location: Albertsons Stadium, Boise, Idaho; Time: 5 PM CT
Prediction: Boise State will defeat Memphis 27-21 in a competitive game at Boise State's home opener.
September 19: Memphis vs UT Martin
Location: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Memphis; Time: 6 PM CT
Prediction: Memphis will easily win 42-20 against a stronger FCS team, UT Martin.
October 3: Memphis at Charlotte
Location: Jerry Richardson Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina; Time: TBD
Prediction: Memphis will dominate Charlotte 38-17, despite a significant talent gap.
October 10: Memphis vs UAB
Location: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Memphis; Time: TBD
Prediction: Memphis will win 42-14 against a UAB team that lacks its players and coaches from the previous season.
October 16: Memphis at Tulane
Location: Yulman Stadium, New Orleans; Time: 6:30 PM CT
Prediction: Memphis will win a close game 28-27 against a Green Wave team expected to take a step back in 2026.
October 22: Memphis vs East Carolina
Location: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Memphis; Time: 6:30 PM CT
Prediction: East Carolina might compete for the conference title, but Memphis will likely win 31-27.
November 12: Memphis at South Florida
Location: Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, Florida; Time: 7 PM CT
Prediction: Memphis will win another shootout with South Florida 38-31.
November 21: Memphis at Navy
Location: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis, Maryland; Time: 11 AM CT
Prediction: Navy's option offense will give Memphis a tough game, but Memphis will win 24-17, thanks to the Midshipmen's bye before the game.
November 27/28: Memphis at Temple
Location: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Memphis; Time: TBD
Prediction: Memphis will cruise to a win 41-21, despite a talent gap against Temple.
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