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Memphis coach Charles Huff says Tigers deserve to be 'media darling'

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 18:53:52 -0500

The 2026 Tigers went from being unknown to stealing the college-football spotlight in just one game.

What to expect at renovated Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium for Tigers' home opener

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 18:14:18 -0500

Memphis’ athletic director gives updates on stadium renovations, value meal deals and relationship with the new hospitality partner.

Now, everybody can party at Liberty Stadium plaza

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 13:20:45 -0500

If you’ve got a ticket to the game, you’ve got a ticket to the party at the Landers Plaza at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.

Tigers announce new food and beverage partner for Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 08:42:11 -0500

The University of Memphis and Sodexo Live! will introduce an enhanced food and beverage program.

Monday recap: What type of statement did the Tigers make with win at UNLV?

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:55:58 -0500

Memphis Tigers beat writer Frank Bonner II and columnist John Martin give their first impressions of the 2026 Tigers and what it could mean for the rest of the season.

American Conference bans former college players who go pro from returning

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:45:37 -0500

The American Conference is the latest conference to officially prohibit former college athletes from returning back to college after turning professional.

Memphis basketball to face Penn State in first game at Battle 4 Atlantis

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:40:25 -0500

Memphis will have already played a tough slate of games by the time it reaches Battle 4 Atlantis.

After a battle of blue-chip recruits, Marcus Stokes led the Tigers to a Vegas victory

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:21:46 -0500

Memphis Tigers quarterback Marcus Stokes beat out Air Noland to win the starting job. Coach Charles Huff said when it came down to it, he leaned on experience. Stokes then went out and got the job done against UNLV.

Tigers open Charles Huff era with a win in Vegas

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:29:21 -0500

Behind solid quarterback play from Marcus Stokes and a relentless second half pass rush, Memphis wins its season opener over UNLV.

Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes to start at UNLV

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 19:56:40 -0500

Memphis head coach Charles Huff has named a starting quarterback ahead of the season opener at UNLV.

Memphis at UNLV: What to know for Tigers' season opener

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:30:11 -0500

A few areas to focus on when the first game of the Charles Huff era begins Saturday night at UNLV.

Memphis fans to get final peek at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium days before home opener

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:58:17 -0500

The next Charles Huff Radio Show will allow Tigers football fans another look at the renovated stadium before the first home game.

No game too far for Tigers football fan on 193rd consecutive game

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:29:36 -0500

Memphis Tigers fan John Stacy has only missed seven games since 2003, and none since 2011. He drives to every away game, no matter the distance.

Memphis football series with Mississippi State canceled

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:15:23 -0500

Tigers will replace the canceled home-and-home series of games in 2028 and 2029 with a single game at Mississippi State in 2034.

Memphis vs. UNLV: No starting QB has been announced, and no depth chart released for either team

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:06:48 -0500

There are always questions before college-football season openers, and the Memphis Tigers and UNLV Rebels have added to the unknowns before Saturday’s game in Las Vegas.

How former Miami coach Randy Shannon joined the Memphis staff

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:12 -0500

All it took was about a week of being around the Memphis Tigers football program for former Miami head coach Randy Shannon to make a noticeable impression on the players.

'It's going to be a dogfight when you play us’: Huff says about Tigers' toughness

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:20:23 -0500

UNLV will be the first team to test Memphis when the Tigers travel to Las Vegas for the season opener.

How linebacker Mike Montgomery went from FCS to the Memphis Tigers

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:42:48 -0500

An ankle injury caused Mike Montgomery to start his college career at the FCS level. It put him on a path to find a coach in Charles Huff, whom he wants to emulate.

Fan fest gives Memphis Tigers faithful first glimpse into Huff era

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:36:41 -0500

The Tigers hosted a fan fest practice at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, showing off what’s to come for a newly reconstructed team and stadium.

How many votes did the Tigers receive in AP Top 25 poll?

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:36:06 -0500

The preseason Associated Press Top 25 for the 2026 football season has been released.

Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian | Frank Bonner II

Memphis coach Charles Huff says Tigers deserve to be 'media darling'

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