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Memphis Tigers vs Houston Cougars Wrap - Memphis Wins 45-27

Brady White was good for 341 yards through the air on Saturday as the Tigers got past the Cougars by a score of 45-27 at TDECU Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Tigers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -9.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 71.5.

Brady White completed 22 of 33 pass attempts for 341 yards for the Tigers in the win.

Clayton Tune rushed for 65 yards for Houston, while Kyle Porter added 23 yards. Clayton Tune threw for 157 yards for the Cougars, while receivers Marquez Stevenson and Bryson Smith had 89 and 18 yards respectively.

Memphis outgained Houston 531-256 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 29-14 by the Tigers.

Memphis led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 32:30-27:30 split in that important category.

Next game, Memphis takes its act on the road to face South Florida looking for another win. For Houston, they head on the road to face Tulsa.