Memphis and TCU Claim Bragging Rights as College Football’s Top Trash Talkers of Week 4
college football rivalries extended beyond the gridiron this weekend, with Memphis and TCU leading a charge of playful-and pointed-taunting following key victories. The Tigers and Horned Frogs leveraged social media to deliver memorable jabs at their opponents, adding another layer of intensity to Week 4’s action.
These post-game exchanges highlight a growing trend in college athletics,where teams are increasingly using social media to engage fans and,occasionally,needle rivals. such interactions amplify game-day excitement and contribute to the passionate atmosphere surrounding college football, but also require careful navigation to avoid crossing the line into unsportsmanlike conduct.
Michigan secured a 35-7 win over Nebraska, punctuating the victory with a playful dig at the Cornhuskers’ identity. The Wolverines’ official football account posted a graphic celebrating their preferred “maize,” a nod to one of Michigan’s primary colors, in contrast to Nebraska’s corn-based nickname.
🟡 We love our maize a whole lot more! 🟡 https://t.co/g5P41eQjjm
– Michigan Football (@UMichFootball) September 20, 2025
On the field, justice Haynes spearheaded Michigan’s rushing attack with 149 yards, contributing to the team’s overall 286 rushing yards.
In a 29-20 comeback victory against South Carolina, Missouri took a different approach, referencing the Gamecocks’ signature song, “Sandstorm” by Darude. The Mizzou Football account posted a message mimicking a voice command to play the track.
“Hey Siri, Play sandstorm” #MIZ | #STP https://t.co/aPRiaLxnBs
– Mizzou Football (@MizzouFootball) September 21, 2025
The Tigers’ win was fueled by a combined 284 rushing yards and two touchdowns from ahmad Hardy, Jamal roberts, and Beau Pribula. Pribula also added 171 passing yards and a touchdown.
