This game is a battle of wills with the better offense (Memphis) going against the better defense (No. Texas). Memphis has not been to a bowl in many years while No. Texas will be trying to win back to back New Orleans Bowls. Tommy West has bowl experience as a coach at Clemson and it should come in handy tonight. Overall Memphis played in the better conference and is the better football team as they have beaten Ole Miss as their marquee victory. Memphis and quarterback Danny Warphine get the job done. Pick: Memphis 31 (-4) No. Texas 20. Good luck.