Florida State Seminoles - NCAA Men's Basketball - Recap

The Memphis Tigers improved their season record to 7-6 with a commanding victory over the Utah State Aggies , who fell to 6-7, at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. The final scoreline read 38-10 in favor of the visiting team.

<img src="/imgproxy/PaD_PeKai-6YJTv8VBCZi0oSGeAYPVQZwBdP4XyYcZw/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzg1YmM5NjU3NjMyNmY5YWIyY2NiYzdiY2Y5ZDEwMDkxLmpwZw==?image_id=8924e252-3953-4835-a670-02d8d04149e0" alt="Dec 27, 2022; Dallas, Texas, USA; Memphis Tigers running back Asa Martin (28) runs the ball against Utah State Aggies safety Hunter Reynolds (27) during the second half in the 2022 First Responder Bowl at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports" title="Dec 27, 2022; Dallas, Texas, USA; Memphis Tigers running back Asa Martin (28) runs the ball against Utah State Aggies safety Hunter Reynolds (27) during the second half in the 2022 First Responder Bowl at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports" /> The Tigers' offense was on full display as they amassed a total of 430 yards throughout the game. The passing game contributed significantly with quarterback efficiency, completing 20 out of 29 attempts for a total of 284 yards and three touchdowns, without conceding any interceptions. The longest pass completed was for an impressive distance of 42 yards.

On the ground, the Tigers were just as effective, rushing for a total of 146 yards across 47 attempts and scoring two touchdowns. One rush broke free for an electrifying run of 48 yards straight into the end zone. Their red zone efficiency stood out remarkably; they capitalized on all four opportunities presented to them.

<img src="/imgproxy/c6Wnef9I2PeI_BoiexvKO3_lWGVtss3yPjhjE4jCXVM/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzcyNDI1NjJhYjc5OTg1YzMxNGQxODllYmQ5ZTU5OTQ1LmpwZw==?image_id=95acb94d-730b-4b09-aba6-767fbfe0ac02" alt="Dec 27, 2022; Dallas, Texas, USA; Memphis Tigers running back Jevyon Ducker (8) runs the ball against the Utah State Aggies during the second half in the 2022 First Responder Bowl at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports" title="Dec 27, 2022; Dallas, Texas, USA; Memphis Tigers running back Jevyon Ducker (8) runs the ball against the Utah State Aggies during the second half in the 2022 First Responder Bowl at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports" /> Defensively, Memphis showcased their might by recording four sacks and intercepting three passes from their opponents which they returned for a combined yardage of 35. This defensive solidity limited the Aggies' ability to build momentum or mount any significant threat during playtime.

Special teams also played their part; Memphis executed one field goal attempt successfully from within the range of twenty-nine yards and maintained perfect records in both extra point kicks and red zone efficiencies.

<img src="/imgproxy/xB5hbiTjQg1x_dxemMBeGRk3hJodBovfcWVBEPOs_1w/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzBiZWRmZTcxYzk4ZjNjMDdhYjg1MDZiMGZhZmI4NjhiLmpwZw==?image_id=73de7c15-76cc-4904-91bf-9d759da05fee" alt="Dec 27, 2022; Dallas, Texas, USA; Utah State Aggies defensive end Byron Vaughns (11) sacks Memphis Tigers quarterback Seth Henigan (5) during the second half in the 2022 First Responder Bowl at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports" title="Dec 27, 2022; Dallas, Texas, USA; Utah State Aggies defensive end Byron Vaughns (11) sacks Memphis Tigers quarterback Seth Henigan (5) during the second half in the 2022 First Responder Bowl at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports" /> Penalties were relatively low with only five infractions costing them fifty-five penalty yards throughout the duration of playtime.

As fans look ahead, they can anticipate watching more from this resilient Memphis squad as future broadcasts will showcase whether they can maintain this level of performance consistently moving forward.

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