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Huff says Tigers must play their 'best game of the year' against Boise State

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 8 Sep 2026 15:46:07 -0500

Memphis will play at Boise State after the Broncos played a close road game against an Oregon team that was ranked preseason No. 2.

Before Saturday showdown, Memphis trails Boise State among 'Others Receiving Votes' in both major polls

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Tue, 8 Sep 2026 21:07:04 -0500

The undefeated Memphis Tigers football team moved up among “Others Receiving Votes” in both the AP Top 25 and the coaches poll.

First Tigers home game 'fell short' amid parking, concession issues, Ed Scott says

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 8 Sep 2026 10:38:22 -0500

While the Liberty Stadium renovation touches were received well, some fans had issues with parking, concessions, tickets and their seats at the Tigers' first home game.

Box score: Memphis 42, Arkansas State 24

editions@dailymemphian.com (The Associated Press) — Sat, 5 Sep 2026 21:43:46 -0500

NCAA college football box score for Saturday’s game between the Memphis Tigers and Arkansas State Red Wolves.

Memphis rushing attack lifts Tigers to 42-24 win over Arkansas State

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 6 Sep 2026 07:43:52 -0500

Jaylin Carter rushes for 183 yards and four touchdowns and Manny Covey adds 103 more as the Tigers rush for 335 yards in the victory.

A couple of GameDay pickers really like the Memphis Tigers

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sat, 5 Sep 2026 12:33:02 -0500

Two members of the ESPN College GameDay crew are quite high on the Memphis Tigers, making them their top Group of Six pick for 2026.

Memphis football moving closer to capacity crowd for Saturday home opener

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Fri, 4 Sep 2026 12:20:13 -0500

Thanks to a big season-opening win, Memphis football is getting closer to its goal of a capacity crowd for the opening of its newly renovated stadium.

Ahead of stadium debut, Tigers trail last year’s ticket revenue

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 14:11:43 -0500

Memphis has sold more football season tickets, but revenue is down and fundraising remains short of the Smith family’s $50M match. Also, basketball season ticket sales are only 1,988.

The AM/DM podcast: Tigers football makes a statement

mcashiola@dailymemphian.com (Mary Cashiola) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 06:11:22 -0500

Before the game, we didn’t know much about the team. But, after Saturday, some questions have been answered.

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) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 05:49:47 -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.

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.

Kippy Brown, Tigers pioneer and Super Bowl winner, dies

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:49:18 -0500

Brown was the first Black quarterback in Memphis Tigers history. The Sweetwater, Tennessee, native went on to become a Super Bowl-winning assistant coach with the Seattle Seahawks.

Box score: Memphis 27, UNLV 21

editions@dailymemphian.com (The Associated Press) — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 01:37:20 -0500

NCAA college football box score for the Memphis Tigers 2026 season opener 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.

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Huff says Tigers must play their 'best game of the year' against Boise State

Before Saturday showdown, Memphis trails Boise State among 'Others Receiving Votes' in both major polls

First Tigers home game 'fell short' amid parking, concession issues, Ed Scott says

Box score: Memphis 42, Arkansas State 24

Memphis rushing attack lifts Tigers to 42-24 win over Arkansas State

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