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Tigers on the prowl: Memphis athletic department is going on tour

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:46:54 -0500

A panel of Tigers coaches and administrators will be in Memphis and the surrounding areas to interact with fans, give updates on the teams and more.

Tigers receiver expected to sign with Baltimore Ravens

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:11:24 -0500

Cortez Braham Jr. led the Tigers with 63 catches for 889 yards and eight touchdowns.

Minnesota takes former Arlington High standout Jake Golday in second round of NFL Draft

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:06:07 -0500

Cincinnati linebacker and former Arlington High standout Jake Golday is now a Viking.

LA Chargers select Tiger offensive lineman Travis Burke in fourth round of NFL Draft

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:05:19 -0500

Travis Burke was the first Memphis Tiger selected in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Tracker: Which Tigers from last year’s team are getting a shot at the NFL

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:03:49 -0500

Here is a running list of Memphis Tigers who landed with NFL teams after the 2026 draft.

New Tigers signee feels at home at Memphis

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:31:28 -0500

The Memphis Tigers made two more additions to the linebacker room after spring camp.

Former Memphis Tiger Curtis Givens III lands at Ohio State

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:51:06 -0500

Curtis Givens III is back in a Power Conference after spending one year at Memphis.

Josh Holloway, Ja Morant accuser, to visit Memphis, make decision next week

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:44:38 -0500

Texas A&M transfer Josh Holloway, who was involved in the pickup basketball incident four years ago with Ja Morant, said during a radio interview that he plans to announce his commitment next week, the same week he plans to visit with the Tigers.

Memphis mom never would have guessed her 5-year-old would become NFL Draft prospect

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:54:26 -0500

Bartlett High and Alabama product Justin Jefferson is one of multiple Memphians who may be picked in the 2026 NFL Draft, but Arlington’s Jake Golday could go highest.

Penny Hardaway discusses new Tigers on Blue & Gray Cleanup Day

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:08:00 -0500

Hardaway has eight roster spots filled for the 2026-27 season and plans to focus on big men and point guards as the finishes constructing the team.

Why a Georgia city once named a day in a Memphis quarterback's honor

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:00:06 -0500

New Memphis Tigers quarterback Air Noland’s athletic talents and generous heart prompted South Fulton, Georgia, to celebrate him with his own day in 2023.

Tigers finish 'probably the best spring' coach Huff has been part of

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:54:49 -0500

The Tigers have completed all 15 spring practices, and coach Charles Huff is pleased with the outcome.

Memphis Tigers teach girls 'strong is beautiful' at sports clinic

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:04:19 -0500

The Tigers and FedEx teamed up for the second time to host the Power of Girls in Sports clinic.

Former Tiger Anthony Miller goes from walk-on to M Club Hall of Fame

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:36:31 -0500

Receiver Anthony Miller and defensive lineman Clinton McDonald were among inductees honored at Memphis M Club Hall of Fame ceremonies.

Hardaway hires Missouri assistant coach to Memphis' staff

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:05:34 -0500

Steve Wright is the fifth staffer head coach Penny Hardaway has hired this offseason.

Tigers' Spring Fest postponed due to weather concerns

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:00:18 -0500

The Spring Fest, which did not included a traditional spring game, was originally scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday.

Why the Tigers are having Spring Fest, but not a traditional spring game

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:58:57 -0500

Memphis football’s Spring Fest will be more focused on fan interaction.

Jimbo Fisher was at Tiger practice - because Charles Huff says learning never stops

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:51:57 -0500

Charles Huff never turns down an opportunity to grow as a head coach. It’s why he invited former Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher to Monday’s practice.

How Mike Montgomery impacts the rest of the Tigers' linebacker room

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:47:23 -0500

Memphis coach Charles Huff said Mike Montgomery is “probably our strongest leader presence on the team.”

Tigers to wear FedEx sponsorship jersey patches

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:39:10 -0500

The NCAA announced earlier this year that it would allow schools to wear commercial jersey patches.