University of Memphis Athletics
Desrosiers Jr. Named American Conference Offensive Player of the Week, Ward Tabbed to Honorable Mention
Sep 29, 2025 | Football
IRVING, Texas – University of Memphis football running back Greg Desrosiers Jr. has been tabbed as the American Conference's Offensive Player of the Week while teammate DeMarco Ward was named to the Honorable Mention list, the conference announced Monday morning.
Desrosiers Jr., a Lawrence, Mass. native, rushed for a career-high 204 yards and three touchdowns on 19 carries to lead Memphis to a 55-26 win at Florida Atlantic, keeping the Tigers unbeaten at 5-0 and extending the nation's longest active winning streak to nine games. Desrosiers Jr.'s 204 yards were the most by an American player this season and marked only the second time this season that an FBS player surpassed 200 yards on the ground.
His 90-yard touchdown run in the third quarter was the longest rush by a Memphis Tiger since Herb Covington during the 1966 season.
Ward, redshirt sophomore defensive back, led the Tigers with nine tackles, one tackle for loss and a forced fumble in the team's dominant win over Florida Atlantic. The nine tackles marked a career-high for Ward.
New this year, fans are encouraged to purchase early and save. Ticket prices will increase by $5 during game week and again by an additional $5 on game day at the Box Office. This change helps support enhanced planning for security, concessions and staffing. Historically, over 90% of single-game tickets are purchased during game week.
Season ticket prices remain unchanged from 2024, following a perfect 7-0 home campaign. With prices averaging under $25 per game, season tickets remain the best value for Tiger fans. Tickets can be purchased online at GoTigersGo.com or by calling the Memphis Ticket Office at (901) 678-2331.
UP NEXT:
Memphis will return home next Saturday, Oct. 4 to take on Tulsa at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. on ESPNU.
HOW TO FOLLOW THE TIGERS:
For complete information on Memphis Tigers Football, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the team's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
Desrosiers Jr., a Lawrence, Mass. native, rushed for a career-high 204 yards and three touchdowns on 19 carries to lead Memphis to a 55-26 win at Florida Atlantic, keeping the Tigers unbeaten at 5-0 and extending the nation's longest active winning streak to nine games. Desrosiers Jr.'s 204 yards were the most by an American player this season and marked only the second time this season that an FBS player surpassed 200 yards on the ground.
His 90-yard touchdown run in the third quarter was the longest rush by a Memphis Tiger since Herb Covington during the 1966 season.
Ward, redshirt sophomore defensive back, led the Tigers with nine tackles, one tackle for loss and a forced fumble in the team's dominant win over Florida Atlantic. The nine tackles marked a career-high for Ward.
New this year, fans are encouraged to purchase early and save. Ticket prices will increase by $5 during game week and again by an additional $5 on game day at the Box Office. This change helps support enhanced planning for security, concessions and staffing. Historically, over 90% of single-game tickets are purchased during game week.
Season ticket prices remain unchanged from 2024, following a perfect 7-0 home campaign. With prices averaging under $25 per game, season tickets remain the best value for Tiger fans. Tickets can be purchased online at GoTigersGo.com or by calling the Memphis Ticket Office at (901) 678-2331.
UP NEXT:
Memphis will return home next Saturday, Oct. 4 to take on Tulsa at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. on ESPNU.
HOW TO FOLLOW THE TIGERS:
For complete information on Memphis Tigers Football, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the team's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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