The 1983 Memphis State Tigers football team represented Memphis State University (now known as the

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) as an independent during the

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. In its third and final season under head coach

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, the team compiled a 6–4–1 record and outscored opponents by a total of 274 to 205. The team played its home games at

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. The team's statistical leaders included Danny Sparkman with 1,390 passing yards, Punkin Williams with 546 rushing yards, Derrick Crawford with 594 receiving yards, and Don Glosson with 71 points scored (29 extra points, 14 field goals).

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Memphis Tigers football seasons

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