Memphis reclaims Battle of the Bones with 38-13 win over UAB
Memphis beat UAB 38-13 after a strong second half. The victory returned the Battle of the Bones trophy to Memphis and moved the Tigers to 2-0 in American Conference play.
The teams met in Memphis, Tennessee, on Oct. 10, 2026, at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. With the Battle of the Bones trophy on the line, Memphis pulled away after halftime and finished with a 38-13 win over UAB.
The result returned the trophy to Memphis and lifted the Tigers to 2-0 in American Conference play. Tiger Sports Report carried the story, with John Maddox reporting and Wesley Hale-Imagn Images credited for photography.
The outcome may matter most to Memphis and UAB students, alumni, and local fans, for whom the Battle of the Bones carries bragging rights and campus pride. A trophy win could boost game-day excitement around Memphis, while UAB supporters may feel disappointment. For the broader college football landscape, the result could slightly shape perceptions of Memphis's early conference standing, though its social impact likely remains localized to the two universities and their communities.