1967 Memphis State Tigers football team explained

Year:1967
Team:Memphis State Tigers
Sport:football
Conference:Independent
Record:6–3
Head Coach:Billy J. Murphy
Hc Year:10th
Captain:Tom Wallace, Bubba Winkler
Stadium:Memphis Memorial Stadium

The 1967 Memphis State Tigers football team represented Memphis State University (now known as the University of Memphis) as an independent during the 1967 NCAA University Division football season. In its tenth season under head coach Billy J. Murphy, the team compiled a 6–3 record and outscored opponents by a total of 206 to 150.[1] [2] The team played its home games at Memphis Memorial Stadium in Memphis, Tennessee.

The team's statistical leaders included Terry Padgett with 436 passing yards, Rick Thurow with 394 rushing yards, Richard Coady with 260 receiving yards, and Nick Pappas and Russell Denof with 24 points scored each.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 1967 Memphis Tigers Schedule and Results. Sports Reference LLC. SR/College Football. August 16, 2020.
  2. Web site: Memphis Football 2019 Media Guide. University of Memphis. 270. August 16, 2020.
  3. Web site: 1967 Memphis Tigers Stats. Sports Reference LLC. SR/College Football. August 16, 2020.