Memphis vs South Florida Picks and Prediction for Thursday November 12, 2026

By: Cameron Ross Published 11/11/2026, 10:59 PM ET

Memphis vs. South Florida Game Information

The Memphis Tigers will be on the road this week for a game inside Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL, against the South Florida Bulls at 8:00 PM. Memphis comes into Thursday night with seven wins and two losses this season, having won four of the last five, including two in a row, after a 27-point blowout victory over Army last time out. The South Florida Bulls will be back at home Thursday with six wins through nine games played, though they have lost three of the last five after a three-point road loss to East Carolina to end a two-game winning streak. The Memphis Tigers come into this game as a six-point road favorite and -180 on the money line. South Florida is +150, and the total is 49.5. Stay in the action with our College Football Picks.

Memphis Team Preview - Recent Form and Key Players

Marcus Stokes is leading the Memphis offense this season with 2,532 yards and 25 scores on 179 completions, along with 261 yards and three touchdowns on 71 carries. Jaylin Carter is the top ball carrier on the team with 929 yards and 10 touchdowns on 151 carries, and Manny Covey has added 418 yards on 77 carries. Hunter Tipton is the top receiver on the team with 495 yards and five scores on 35 grabs. Stonka Burnside has added 453 yards and three scores on 29 catches, and Jermane Hayes has chipped in 452 yards and five scores on 37 grabs.

Offensively, Memphis rolled in their last outing, pouring in 49 points, including 28 in the first half, on 554 total yards. Defensively, Memphis did the work, giving up 22 points on 365 total yards and forcing two turnovers in the game. Marcus Stokes led Memphis with 371 yards and four scores on 29 completions. Jaylin Carter chipped in heavily with 96 yards and two scores on 23 carries. Jermane Hayes led the Tigers with 86 yards and two scores on nine grabs.

South Florida Team Preview - Recent Form and Key Players

Michael Van Buren Jr. is leading the South Florida offense this season with 1,273 yards and six touchdowns on 116 completions, along with 100 yards and two scores on 52 carries. DJ Crowther is leading the team with 689 yards and seven scores on 138 carries. Jason Collins Jr. has added 264 yards and three scores on 57 carries, and Luke Kromenhoek has chipped in 42 carries for 141 yards and four scores. Bryson Rodgers leads the team with 395 yards and three touchdowns on 38 catches. Joshua Porter is second on the roster with 23 catches for 274 yards and two scores.

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Offensively, South Florida was mediocre last week, scoring just 17 points on 329 total yards after converting just one third down in the game. Defensively, South Florida was outmatched, giving up 20 points on 361 total yards. Luke Kromenhoek led South Florida last week with 179 yards and one touchdown on 17 completions. DJ Crowther led the way out of the backfield with 111 yards on 17 carries. Bryson Rodgers added a team-high 50 yards and one score on five catches.

Memphis vs South Florida Pick

Both teams have fared well enough this season, but Memphis is the better team in this matchup. Look for the Tigers to continue their winning ways as they are currently competing for the top spot in the American Conference. Take Memphis to extend their winning streak Thursday night and do the work against a good South Florida team. The Memphis Tigers will get the win and cover on the road Thursday to pick up their eighth victory of the season.

Pick: Memphis Tigers -6
Secondary: Over 49.5

Final Score Prediction: Memphis Tigers win and cover 42-27.

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