The Memphis Tigers come to Hattiesburg this weekend for the annual "Black & Blue" game against Southern Miss. Both teams are having less than appealing seasons thus far and many think this is a must win contest for the Golden Eagles. The USM offense should do fine against the Memphis defense, but the Golden Eagle defense will have their hands full with a potent offense from the Tigers. Running back Curtis Steele will see a bulk of the carry for Memphis and wide receiver Duke Calhoun will be one of best vertical threats to face Southern Miss this season.
This game should be a war to the final whistle. Memphis gets the edge, 33-30.
Side note - Coach Fedora announced that defensive end Rashaad Byrd will be out for the rest of the season after dislocating his ankle at practice.
