ASU allows game to slip away in 3rd

Memphis Tigers lineman Wardalis Ducksworth sacks Arkansas State quarterback Layne Hatcher during their game at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept 5, 2020MEMPHIS -- Facing a fourth and 4 from the Memphis 11 early in the third quarter, Arkansas State University Coach Blake Anderson had a decision to make: Go for it and try to tie the game with a touchdown, or take the points with a 28-yard field.

Anderson chose the latter, cutting Memphis' lead to 21-17

The aggressiveness came moments later. And failed.

An unsuccessful surprise onside kick by ASU helped Memphis respond with a quick touchdown, then a Red Wolves fumble led to another Memphis touchdown. In the blink of an eye, Arkansas…