In a pulse-pounding 2026 season opener at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, the Memphis Tigers edged the UNLV Rebels 27-21 on Saturday, August 29, handing head coach Charles Huff a signature road victory in his debut.
Marcus Stokes Powers the Tigers Offense
Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes commanded the Tigers' offense with poise, completing 15 of 26 passes for 223 yards and two crucial touchdowns. Despite a spirited fourth-quarter rally from UNLV, Memphis protected the ball and executed under pressure.
"We knew coming into Allegiant Stadium against this UNLV squad would test our composure. Our guys stayed resilient in the trenches and executed when the game was on the line."
— Charles Huff, Memphis Head Coach
Game Summary & Key Takeaways
- •Final Score: Memphis 27, UNLV 21 at Allegiant Stadium
- •Charles Huff earns victorious debut as Memphis head coach
- •Marcus Stokes: 15/26, 223 yards, 2 passing touchdowns
- •UNLV fourth-quarter comeback falls just short on final possession
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