Memphis Tigers Football
Inside James Quinnelly’s decision to commit to Memphis
The Alabama standout was sold after a red-carpet official visit plus the Tigers’ winning pedigree.
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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Memphis Tigers FootballWhat a possible College Football Playoff expansion means for Memphis
The playoff field could expand to 12 teams, which will affect Group of Five teams and conferences.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Penny Hardaway could be trendy target for NBA teams
There currently are four NBA teams with openings, and Hardaway’s name is reportedly being circulated.
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis football lands fourth commitment
Georgia tight end Andrew Lane is the Tigers’ second commit this week
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Memphis Tigers Football Tigers Football Insider: Recapping a busy recruiting week
Coach Ryan Silverfield and his staff hit the ground running with two prospect camps on June 1 and June 6.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballWhy an offer from Memphis was so special to this 2023 point guard
London Johnson, out of Georgia, was blown away after receiving an offer from Penny Hardaway.
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Memphis Tigers Football 2022 Alabama DL commits to Memphis
The defensive lineman committed to the Tigers over Louisiana Tech, Southern Miss and UAB.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis basketball possibly seeking 2 assistant coaches
Penny Hardaway must decide who will replace assistant coach Tony Madlock and strength and conditioning coach Darby Rich. Plus there’s the matter of Jermaine Johnson, who was brought in on a one-year deal to replace assistant coach Mike Miller.
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis OL enters transfer portal
Thomas appeared in just three games for Memphis in two seasons.
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High School SportsHow one former Tiger is taking 7-on-7 to help propel local players
Former Memphis DL Christian Johnson formed 901Phenom during the pandemic for high school players who had no teams.
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Memphis Tigers Football Tigers Football Insider: Expectations for the Tigers’ secondary this season
The secondary was a liability last season, but this season the position group could be the main reasons the Tigers rise to another level on defense.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis Tigers athletics will have 100% capacity at games this fall
The U of M is planning for full houses at football and basketball games.
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May 2021
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Memphis Tigers Basketball With end of NCAA recruiting dead period, Tigers prepare for 2022 forward’s visit
Jai Smith, a 6-foot-9 forward, will get to see firsthand what Memphis looks like.
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Memphis Tigers Football Former Memphis DB Kendell Johnson knew when it was time to step away
The twin brother of Memphis star safety Quindell Johnson has played football all his life; now he’s ready for business.
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Memphis Tigers Football Kickoff times announced for seven Memphis Tigers games
The football season opener on Sept. 4 vs. Nicholls State is scheduled for 6 p.m.
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Memphis Tigers Football Tigers Football Insider: Road game at UCF should be box office
Depending on the result, the Tigers could be facing a desperate UCF team in an even more rowdy environment.
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Memphis Tigers FootballCan Memphis’ football offense bounce back in 2021?
The Tigers have the best receiver and lineman in the AAC but will that be enough to return to the top 25 in offense? A look at the offensive line, running backs, wide receivers and quarterbacks.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Syracuse transfer Quincy Guerrier announces destination
The Tigers struck out on another transfer, but there are still plenty of viable options left in the portal.
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Memphis Tigers Football Tigers Football Insider: Priority QB prospect visiting on June 1
They say first impressions matter, and the Memphis Tigers will have an opportunity to make a big one with Tevin Carter.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers await word on Syracuse forward transfer’s decision
Highly sought Quincy Guerrier is choosing among Memphis, Oregon, Illinois and Arizona State.
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Memphis Tigers Football Former Memphis DL Joseph Dorceus transfers to Tulane
The Memphis-Tulane matchup just got a lot more intense.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis’ Katrina Merriweather tapped to assist USA Basketball
The Tigers’ new head coach will live out a dream with USA Basketball.
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Memphis Tigers Football Tigers Football Insider: Why June will be a huge recruiting month
Recruiting will return to a bit of normalcy with the NCAA-mandated dead period ending on June 1.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball What one Memphis signee revealed at the Iverson Classic
Incoming freshman Josh Minott says the Tigers aren’t getting enough national attention. He intends to help fix that.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis signee Josh Minott dazzles at Iverson Classic
On stage with the best in the country, Josh Minott made a statement with his impressive play.
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