2021 Week 12 Preview: Memphis Tigers @ Houston Cougars

Game Notes

Time and Date: Friday, November 19 at 9:00 p.m. ET

Network: ESPN2

Location: TDECU Stadium — Houston, TX

Spread: Houston (-8.5)

ESPN FPI: Houston has 79.9% chance to win

All-time series: Houston, 15-14

Last meeting: Memphis 30, Houston 27 — December 12, 2020

Current streak: Memphis, 5 (2016-20)

Setting the scene

Friday night will mark the first time since 2015 that the Houston Cougars take the field with a College Football Playoff ranking beside their name. At No. 24 in the latest poll, Houston aims to protect TDECU Stadium and claim its 10th consecutive victory to finish undefeated in AAC play. There’s a lot to play for on the other sideline. Memphis currently holds the longest bowl…