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Kevin Johns joins the Blue Devils in the same capacity after three seasons in Memphis.
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Kevin Johns joins the Blue Devils in the same capacity after three seasons in Memphis.
The company will become the leading sponsor of women’s athletics at 10 schools.
The Tigers had a strong season in Ryan Silverfield’s first year. His second season wasn’t so great. Only time will tell what’s in store for year three.
Kevin Johns spent three seasons in Memphis and helped Seth Henigan flourish in 2021 as a true freshman quarterback.
Devonte Nelson played in four games last season but didn’t see any playing time this year.
Genard Avery recorded his first sack of the season.
Matt Barnes joins the University of Memphis after serving multiple roles in his football coaching career.
Matt Barnes, coming off the Buckeyes’ Rose Bowl win on Saturday, replaces Mike MacIntyre.
The Tigers may be targeting Matt Barnes, who was the Ohio State Buckeyes’ defensive play-caller for much of this football season.
“Thank you to the University of Memphis for allowing me to come and follow my dreams both on the field and in the classroom and leaving this wonderful university with two degrees,” Francis tweeted.
Former Tiger Bobby McCain tied his season-high with 10 tackles and kicker Riley Patterson is still 100% on field goals and extra points.
It’s no surprise to see multiple former University of Memphis running backs make the list.
Former University of Memphis football players Darrell Henderson Jr., Jake Elliott and Arthur Maulet did the Tigers proud.
COVID issues within the Rainbow Warriors’ program forced their withdrawal from the Dec. 24 EasyPoint Hawai’i Bowl.
Memphis was deemed the EasyPost Hawai’i Bowl champion after its opponent withdrew, but for the seniors, the competition was what mattered.
Turnovers could play a major role on Friday.
Ryan Silverfield and Hawai’i coach Todd Graham have nothing but high praises for one another as the two friends face off in the Hawai’i Bowl.
Hawai’i is expected to start freshman quarterback Brayden Schager who Memphis quarterback Seth Henigan has already played against in high school.
University of Memphis athletic director Laird Veatch played in Hawaii 27 years ago, and he knows the temptations. “Bowl games are a lot more fun when you win them.”
History could be made in an otherwise mediocre season, depending on the Hawai’i Bowl.
The Tigers have gotten the signatures of junior college transfers and a number of three-star prospects.
Linebacker JJ Russell was named the Memphis MVP on Sunday, Dec. 12.
Linebacker Thomas Pickens said the time off is the best thing after a rough, injury-filled season.
The wide receiver, who has a likely NFL future, battled through an ankle injury for most of this season.
Warren Peeples is the Tigers’ fourth JUCO commit in three days.