Two College Football Games Set for Thursday Night

Memphis and South Florida meet at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa at 8 p.m. Eastern on November 12. The American Conference game will air on ESPN. Memphis is 7-2 and South Florida is 6-3; the Tigers are favored by 3.5 points, with the total set at 50.5.

Memphis has won five consecutive meetings with South Florida and leads their series 10-4. The Tigers beat Army 49-22 in their most recent game, while the Bulls lost 20-17 to East Carolina on November 6. Memphis averages more than 37 points per game, and South Florida’s record includes a defense that has helped keep games close despite uneven offense and uncertainty at quarterback.

At 9 p.m. Eastern, Louisiana visits UL Monroe at Malone Stadium in a Sun Belt matchup airing on ESPN2. Louisiana, 6-3, is a 10.5-point favorite over the 2-7 Warhawks, with the total at 48.5. The Ragin’ Cajuns have been more consistent and bring a balanced offense; UL Monroe has struggled to sustain drives and stop stronger conference opponents. Louisiana is seeking a win that would strengthen its position in the Sun Belt West, while a close performance would offer a positive sign for the Warhawks.