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Tigers channeling their inner 'Remember the Titans'

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:34:44 -0500

The Memphis Tigers football team is going to Victory Ranch to put phones down and bond as a team.

Calkins: Jordan Devey's family wants you to know he took his own life — and that he is making it possible for many others to live.

gcalkins@dailymemphian.com (Geoff Calkins) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:59:32 -0500

Former Memphis Tiger Jordan Devey took his own life last week. Sunday, a surgical team will transplant his organs so others can live.

How new eligibility rule impacts American Conference rosters

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:45:49 -0500

The Daily Memphian spoke to a handful of coaches during the American Conference Media Days. All of them appeared in favor of the new rule.

Former Memphis Tigers player Jordan Devey dies at age 38

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:50:21 -0500

Jordan Devey played for the Tigers in the 2011 and 2012 seasons.

'Like, enough! It's time for structure in college sports.'

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:29:08 -0500

American Conference Commissioner Tim Pernetti and Memphis coach Charles Huff address the Protect College Sports Act.

Tigers fan fest coming to Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:54:56 -0500

This event was originally scheduled for the end of spring camp in April but was postponed because of weather.

Tigers football fan fest will offer a taste of Liberty Stadium on game day

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 7 Jul 2026 19:59:35 -0500

The event will act as a sort of test run for the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, which has almost completed its multi-million-dollar renovation, as officials hope to have it “as close to game-ready as possible” for fans.

Memphis athletics renews partnership with Learfield

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Tue, 7 Jul 2026 10:23:38 -0500

Memphis athletics and Learfield have renewed their 25-year media relationship, the university announced on Tuesday.

Memphis athletic department sets fundraising record for second straight year

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 2 Jul 2026 14:24:42 -0500

The Tigers received nine pledges of at least $1 million during the 2025-26 fiscal year, which is two more than the previous year.

John Calipari heads list of inductees into Memphis Sports Hall of Fame

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:51:36 -0500

A national championship-winning basketball coach, two Super Bowl winners and a two-time NBA All-Star highlight the Memphis Sports Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026 inductees.

Former Tigers wide receiver named AutoZone Liberty Bowl president

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:34:41 -0500

Wayne Dowdle, a native Memphian who graduated from White Station High and was a wide receiver for the Tigers in the 1970s, succeeds outgoing president Shone Bynum.

How can the Memphis Tigers get 'more butts in seats?' Maybe a $7 value meal and a new scoreboard.

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:32:06 -0500

While giving an update on the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium renovation project, Tigers athletic director Ed Scott shared his ideas for making game day more affordable for big families.

Memphis coach Charles Huff in favor of new proposed eligibility model

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 15:18:09 -0500

A new age-based model could be voted on as early as this month. If implemented, a player would have a five-year clock to compete for up to five seasons.

Why Huff had to play Tetris with revenue-share payments in his first year

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 18:41:46 -0500

When Charles Huff was recruiting players for the upcoming season, he had to get creative with revenue-sharing payments for the first six months.

Ed Scott reveals how much Memphis spends on basketball, football

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 12:25:33 -0500

In a wide-ranging interview with Jason Smith on the “J & J Show” on 92.9 FM on Wednesday, Scott addressed concerns that the Tiger basketball program — which finished 13-19 last season — had fallen behind football in the university’s pecking order.

Key senators look to break college sports logjam in Congress with bipartisan bill

editions@dailymemphian.com (The Associated Press) — Thu, 28 May 2026 12:54:55 -0500

The senators will introduce a bipartisan bill that would regulate payments to players, limit them to one “free” transfer over their careers and create a “Lane Kiffin Rule” to restrict coach movement during the season.

Kickoff times for eight Memphis football games announced

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 27 May 2026 21:56:10 -0500

Kickoff times for eight Memphis Tigers football games were announced Wednesday, and the season opener at UNLV will be a late one.

Huff not a fan of expanded playoff: ‘I don’t think you’re a national champion at 8-4'

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 20 May 2026 13:51:52 -0500

With the ongoing College Football Playoff expansion talks, Memphis Tigers coach Charles Huff says the competitor in him wants to keep it at 12.

Why Charles Huff wants Memphis football to be like Michael Jackson

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 11 May 2026 17:44:34 -0500

When Charles Huff’s family took him to see the new Michael Jackson movie, “Michael,” he couldn’t stop thinking about how Jackson’s career illustrates what he’s trying to do with the Tigers.

Former 4-star recruit announces plans to transfer from Memphis

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 4 May 2026 16:06:00 -0500

A Memphis receiver announced that he is entering the NCAA transfer portal. But a spring portal window no longer exists.