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Memphis Tigers Favored Against UAB in Battle for Bones

10/19/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The No. 22 Memphis Tigers visit Protective Stadium in Birmingham to face the UAB Blazers on October 18 in the Battle for the Bones.
UAB has interim head coach Alex Mortensen after firing Trent Dilfer.
Memphis is heavily favored after a bye week and a strong season, while UAB seeks to end a three-game losing streak.
The game airs on ESPN2 at 3 p.m. CT, with 45-14 Memphis projection.

History

Historical Context

The Battle for the Bones, a college football rivalry between the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and the University of Memphis, began in 1997. UAB's football program, established in 1996, faced challenges, including a 2014 shutdown. In 2021, UAB joined the American Athletic Conference, renewing the rivalry, which Memphis leads 39-11 in overall matchups, highlighting the evolving dynamics of college sports.

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Story summary

The No. 22 Memphis Tigers visit Protective Stadium in Birmingham to face the UAB Blazers on October 18 in the Battle for the Bones.
UAB has interim head coach Alex Mortensen after firing Trent Dilfer.
Memphis is heavily favored after a bye week and a strong season, while UAB seeks to end a three-game losing streak.
The game airs on ESPN2 at 3 p.m. CT, with 45-14 Memphis projection.

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