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Memphis suffered a disappointing end to their regular season, falling to Navy 28-17 in a hard-fought matchup on Saturday. The game, marked by key plays and momentum swings, showcased the resilience of both teams but ultimately favored the Midshipmen.
From the outset, Navy demonstrated their potent ground game, scoring the first touchdown within the opening minutes. Memphis struggled to contain the clock-eating drives of the Navy offense, which played a crucial role throughout the contest. The Tigers responded quickly, tying the game with a determined drive capped off by a touchdown pass in the second quarter.
As the game progressed, it became a battle of endurance and strategy. Navy’s defense proved formidable, intercepting a crucial pass late in the second quarter, allowing them to capitalize with another touchdown just before halftime. Heading into the locker room, the Midshipmen led 14-7.
The second half saw Memphis push back with renewed energy, narrowing the gap to just one point during the third quarter. However, Navy’s relentless offense found the end zone twice more, putting Memphis in a tough spot as the clock tolled down.
Despite showing flashes of brilliance and determination, Memphis could not secure the victory. With the loss, the Tigers now look to regroup as they set their sights on bowl season, reflecting on lessons learned from a challenging game against a disciplined Navy team.
Fans can catch all the key moments and highlights from the game in the post-match video available online.
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