What can the Tigers expect from special teams this season?
With a new kicker and punter, how will Memphis special teams look under new coordinator Charles Bankins?
Steven Johnson
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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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July 2021
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Sports ESPN’s ‘First Take’ coming to Southern Heritage Classic
The highly rated debate show will set up in front of a live audience on Sept. 10.
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Memphis Tigers Football Tigers Football Insider: 10 Memphis players named preseason All-AAC
It’s an achievement to receive preseason accolades from Phil Steele.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Three-star small forward commits to Memphis
Penny Hardaway lands talented wing, third commitment for class of 2022.
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis adds commitment from Florida defensive back
The Tigers land ninth commitment for the class of 2022.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Recruiting notebook: Memphis makes final five for No. 1 in the Class of ‘22
Is Memphis among the favorites for Jalen Duren? Plus another name to watch for Tigers fans.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis announces ‘MaximUM’ program as new NCAA compensation era begins
The Tigers will work with company Opendorse as student-athletes will be able earn money from social media and branding.
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Memphis Tigers Football Quindell Johnson, Landers Nolley II sign endorsement deals
The two U of M players are among the first Memphis athletes to sign endorsement deals.
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June 2021
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Memphis Tigers Football Tigers Football Insider: Memphis lands eighth 2022 commitment
Arkansas lineman Kyndall McKenzie is the latest recruit to pledge to Memphis.
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Spirit of Memphis Penny Hardaway staying with Memphis Tigers
After several days of suspense amid reports of a potential departure to Orlando, Hardaway says he’s staying as coach of the Tigers, and Hall of Fame coach Larry Brown will be added to his staff.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Report: Memphis to hire Larry Brown as assistant coach
Penny Hardaway has long wanted Brown, a Hall of Fame coach known for his ability as a teacher, to join his staff.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballThe latest on Penny Hardaway and the Orlando Magic
The Daily Memphian’s Geoff Calkins, Drew Hill and Steven Johnson break down the latest news and what it means for the Tigers.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball How Penny Hardaway’s decision could send shock waves through recruiting world
Hardaway’s choice would have ramifications affecting not just Memphis, but recruits and schools nationwide.
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Memphis Tigers Football How Ryan Silverfield helped improve the Tigers’ chances with standout safety
Thanks to the head coach, the University of Memphis football program made a lasting impression on three-star recruit Jaidan Scott.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Report: Penny Hardaway in serious contention for Magic head coaching job
The Memphis Tigers’ coach interviewed for the Orlando job and has emerged as a serious contender, according to a report by The Athletic.
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Memphis Tigers Football Tigers Football Insider: Analyzing Memphis’ recent surge on the recruiting trail
With five commitments this month alone, momentum continues to build for the Tigers.
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis lands another commitment for defensive line
The Tigers beat out a host of SEC schools for Nashville defensive lineman Eric Gaston.
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis football adds Antwain Barham Jr. to 2022 class
The linebacker is the Tigers’ third in-state commitment of the class.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball 2022 five-star will take an official visit to Memphis
The Tigers will have a chance to make an impression on the No. 2 player in the class of 2022, who could reclassify.
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High School Sports Memphis commit Amarr Knox presents early signs of how he can contribute right away
Ranked by ESPN.com as the No. 36 player in the class of 2022, the Bartlett High student is enjoying the support of Memphis basketball fans.
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High School Sports BCAT Hoopfest Day 2: Penny Hardaway checks out local prospects
University of Memphis commit Amarr Knox put on a show in front of Penny Hardaway at the Basketball Coaches Association of Tennessee Hoopfest Saturday at Bartlett High.
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High School Sports BCAT Hoopfest Day 1: Chandler Jackson, Cooper Haynes shine
Featuring over 70 teams, including some of the best from Memphis, the Hoopfest had plenty of prominent schools with coaches in attendance. Texas, FSU, Creighton and Mississippi State were present at Briarcrest.
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Memphis Tigers Football Tigers Football Insider: Could Memphis land recent Houston decommit?
Three-star CB Dorian Friend decommitted from Houston a week after taking an official visit to Memphis.
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High School Sports QB Tevin Carter receives Elite 11 invite; Tigers now in tight competition
The local quarterback will receive top instruction and a chance to shine on a national stage.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Recruiting notebook: Memphis turning up the heat on 2023 prospects
Here’s a running list of the players who picked up Memphis offers overnight.
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