Ryan Silverfield addresses running up the score against FAU
After the Tigers had their win sealed at Florida Atlantic, some fans wondered why Memphis scored again. Ryan Silverfield tackles the issue.
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Memphis Tigers FootballThe other half of the Tiger’s ‘two-headed monster’ surfaced at FAU
It’s scary for the Memphis Tigers to think about what could be when running backs Greg Desrosiers Jr., who had 204 rushing yards in a win at Florida Atlantic, and Sutton Smith are both healthy.
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Memphis Tigers Football Tigers not ranked in either poll, but getting close
The Memphis Tigers are 5-0 and inching closer to being ranked.
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis blows past FAU with a fourth-quarter scoring frenzy
Florida Atlantic kept the game interesting with a few explosive plays of its own, but Memphis pulled away with a 31-point fourth quarter for a 55-26 victory.
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Memphis Tigers FootballMemphis at FAU: What to know before Tigers’ first conference game
As long as the Tigers aren’t still celebrating their win over Arkansas, Memphis shouldn’t have any problem putting Florida Atlantic away in its American Conference opener.
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Memphis Tigers FootballThe Tigers’ Law brothers: Two siblings living their football dream together
Memphis Tigers linebackers Cade and Crews Law always dreamed of playing college football together. Cade’s baseball skills nearly got in the way, but he made his way back to his first love.
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Memphis Tigers FootballTigers safety on the game-saving takeaway: ‘God knows I’ve been wanting that play’
When Memphis safety Chris Bracy had his role reduced after opening the season as a starter, he continued to work on his craft. That dedication paid off in a major way against Arkansas.
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Memphis Tigers Football Another SEC team bites the dust. Can Memphis ride the wave to a league title?
The American Conference has produced six power conference victories this season, creating a clear path for the league champion to reach the College Football Playoff. Will the Tigers take advantage of the opportunity?
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Memphis Tigers Football Smith’s run, Bracy’s hit help Memphis edge Arkansas
Sutton Smith’s 64-yard touchdown run and Chris Bracy’s forced fumble were two of the key plays Memphis made in the fourth quarter to edge Arkansas. And, Arrington Maiden’s run clinched the win.
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis vs. Arkansas: Tigers rally from down 18 to edge Hogs
Sutton Smith’s 64-yard touchdown run gave Memphis a 32-31 lead with 4:51 left in the game and the Tigers hung on for the win over Arkansas.
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Memphis Tigers FootballTop plays that aided the Tigers’ comeback against Arkansas
Memphis (4-0) was in jeopardy of letting things get out of hand after Arkansas (2-2) took a 28-10 lead near the end of the first half. The Tigers clawed their way back thanks to big-time plays on both sides of the ball.
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Memphis Tigers Football Greg Desrosiers Jr. returns from injury against Arkansas
Memphis running back Greg Desrosiers has been sidelined since he got hurt during the season opener against Chattanooga.
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Memphis Tigers FootballArkansas at Memphis: What to know as Tigers play host to SEC opponent
Arkansas will travel to Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium on Saturday for a meeting of quarterbacks who know each other well, with Texas ties that go way back.
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Memphis Tigers FootballBreaking down the Tigers’ unblemished home record against power conference schools since 2015
The Memphis Tigers will host Arkansas on Saturday. Memphis has won all five of its home games against power conference schools since 2015, including three against SEC opponents.
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Memphis Tigers FootballTigers prepare for two familiar faces on Arkansas offense
Two significant pieces for Arkansas’ offense this season are players the Tigers have seen before.
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Memphis Tigers Football Two Tigers lean on old bond to lead Memphis offense
When receiver Cortez Braham Jr. was deciding on which school to transfer to, Brendon Lewis’ pitch was simple: Choose the team with the quarterback you already know.
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Memphis Tigers FootballMemphis defense looks poised for a step up in competition
After starting with a 3-0 record for the third straight season, Memphis will face one of its biggest tests of the year in a home game against Arkansas on Sept. 20.
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense stifles Troy in decisive victory
Memphis’ defense holds Troy to 72 yards passing and no offensive scores as Tigers improve to 3-0 with second straight road win over a Sun Belt opponent.
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis running back Greg Desrosiers Jr. out vs. Troy
Greg Desrosiers was injured early in the first quarter of the season opener against Chattanooga. He’ll miss a second straight game.
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Memphis Tigers FootballMemphis at Troy: What to know before Tiger’s second Sun Belt matchup
Memphis beat Troy 38-17 last year, but Trojans quarterback Goose Crowder missed most of that game with an injury. The Tigers must deal with a healthy Crowder now.
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Memphis Tigers FootballTigers QB Brendon Lewis on record setting pace. Already.
Brendon Lewis is averaging 74.5 rushing yards in the season’s first two games. That puts him on track to become the Tigers’ leading quarterback rusher for a single season.
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Memphis Tigers FootballMemphis hasn’t narrowed down a go-to receiver. For coach Ryan Silverfield, that’s not a problem.
Five different receivers have three catches or more after the first two games. That receivers’ room is producing by committee, and Ryan Silverfield says the variety is a positive.
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis, Arkansas set for morning kickoff
Arkansas is off to a 2-0 start after defeating Alabama A&M and Arkansas State.
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SportsAsk the Memphian: Why are there so many Steelers fans in Memphis?
When the Tennessee Oilers — expected to play in Memphis for two years before relocating to Nashville — held their final home game of the 1997 NFL season, it didn’t feel like much of a home game. Most of the 50,000 fans in attendance were rooting for Pittsburgh.
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Memphis Tigers Football Strong second half lifts Tigers to a win at Georgia State
After cruising to a blowout victory at home last week, the Memphis Tigers found themselves in a serious battle for at least the first two quarters at Center Parc Stadium on Saturday.
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What have we learned about the Tigers in the first two weeks?
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