Memphis announces ‘MaximUM’ program as new NCAA compensation era begins
Men’s football coach Ryan Silverfield has experience dealing with Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) programs such as the one announced by the University of Memphis on Wednesday, June 30. “We are very excited about our partnership with Opendorse so that our student-athletes can maximize their Name, Image and Likeness opportunities here at the University of Memphis,” Silverfield said in a statement. (Carolyn Andros/University of Memphis file)
The Tigers will work with company Opendorse as student-athletes will be able earn money from social media and branding.
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Johnson is a Memphis native who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2016. He's traveled the country covering teams like Syracuse, the Buffalo Bills and the Memphis Grizzlies. He's excited about the opportunity to cover the Tigers and all things in the city of Memphis.
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