What the South Florida Win Means for Memphis' Playoff Hopes

by: Landon Speck10 hours agolandonspeck2

South Florida at Memphis 2025 — Oct 25, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Tigers running back Frank Peasant (22) runs for a touchdown against the South Florida Bulls cornerback De'Shawn Rucker (22) during the first quarter at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images

Memphis’ College Football Playoff hopes seemed slim after its loss to UAB, but things are looking up again following a 34-31 win over South Florida. According to ESPN’s Playoff Predictor, Memphis now has the highest chance among Group of Five teams to reach the playoff — at 27 percent.