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Winning Start for Alex Mortensen as UAB Shock Memphis

Despite being 21.5-point underdogs to the No. 22-ranked team, UAB upset Memphis, 31-24, to give Alex Mortensen his first win in his first game as a head coach. Ryder Burton threw for 251 yards and three touchdowns. Meanwhile, Wide receiver Iverson Hooks was a standout, catching three touchdown passes.