Tigers among final three for key transfer target
One of the Memphis Tigers’ key transfer targets appears to be approaching a decision.
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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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May 2022
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April 2022
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