Seth Henigan has a rare form of confidence for a true freshman
The 18-year-old passed the initial eye test, but tougher opponents loom.
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The 18-year-old passed the initial eye test, but tougher opponents loom.
More on punter Joe Doyle’s non-punting day, and Danton Barto to be honored Sept. 18.
Seth Henigan became the Tigers’ first freshman starting quarterback to open a season, and running back Brandon Thomas had 16 carries for 147 yards and a touchdown. Box score: Memphis, 42; Nicholls State, 17 Tigers had a strong run game in the opener; Can they keep it up?Related story:
The University of Memphis had 322 rushing yards against Nicholls State, the most since Nov. 23, 2019.
All signs point to Henigan to get the first official start to lead the Tigers into the 2021 season.
Here is a look at some of the key stats and numbers to pay attention to heading into the game against Nicholls State.
The Tigers are entering the 2021 season with a veteran presence in the locker room that is unprecedented.
Nicholls State has one Memphis native on its roster and two former Tigers, among other connections between the schools.
Fans can expect to see a better, quicker version of Tate than they saw two years ago, when he suffered an Achilles injury.
City overturned its original decision because of “overwhelming demand.”
Tailgating will not be allowed at any off-site game-day parking lots.
Beat writers Steven Johnson and Frank Bonner II talk with columnist Geoff Calkins about the notable observations from the football depth chart and Rasheed Wallace joining the men’s basketball coaching staff.
The Tigers face Nicholls State on Saturday. The school is located in Thibodaux, Louisiana, an area hit hard by Hurricane Ida.
Tailgating and socializing among Tigers fans like Shawn Massey can feel just as important as the game itself.
The running back appears to be set, but a number of spots on defense remain undecided.
The fifth-year linebacker’s walk with God has turned him into a better player and teammate.
Happy Emoni Bates week, Tigers fans.
La’Andre Thomas started 14 games in 2019 but opted out last season.
Developing good timing and chemistry with a quarterback and his receivers is invaluable.
Student fan engagement is part of the reason for the U of M’s new venture.
Grant Gunnell is day to day because of an injury, and coach Ryan Silverfield isn’t ready for any announcement.
The Tigers football coach will “never force our guys to get it done,” but he hopes teaching his players will lead to more acceptance of the vaccine. Related story:
Calkins: Best way to honor Danton Barto is to get the shot that would’ve saved his life
Former Memphis linebacker Danton Barto, 50, has died from COVID-19.
The Arizona transfer had missed at least the past two practices.
Memphis is fortunate to have multiple running backs at its disposal to keep the backfield as fresh as possible.