The Memphis Tigers, one of the favorites for a spot in the Group of Five in the College Football Playoff, defeated the Florida State Seminoles on Saturday to make it 3-0.

The Tigers defeated former head coach Mike Norvell and ensured his Seminoles started 0-3 for the third time in the last 50 years.

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Memphis was a perfect 4-4 on red zone trips, with two touchdowns and two field goals in that regard. Starting quarterback Seth Henigan was terrific, completing 26 passes on 39 attempts for 272 yards and two touchdowns with one interception.

Defensively, the Tigers were relentless, forcing three turnovers and tackling DJ Uiagalelei four times on the day. Uiagalelei completed 16 passes on 30 attempts for 201 yards and a pick. Florida State converted just two third downs on 12 attempts.

Linebacker Chandler Martin was Memphis’ leading tackler with eight, including 2.5 for loss and a sack. The Tigers were a constant presence in the Florida State backfield, totaling 12 tackles for loss.

The undefeated Tigers open AAC play next week with a trip to Annapolis to take on Navy. The game airs on CBS Sports Network at 2:30 p.m. CT/3:30 p.m. ET.

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