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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.

Kansas State's strength and conditioning coach joining Tigers staff

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 1 May 2026 09:39:57 -0500

Kansas State’s strength and conditioning coach Phil Baier is being hired to Memphis’ staff, according to the university’s online records.

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.

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

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 4 May 2026 17:48:32 -0500

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Memphis football is doing something different this spring

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 6 Apr 2026 18:29:16 -0500

Rather than the usual spring game, fans can watch a typical University of Memphis practice during the Tigers’ Spring Fest. The free event will include tailgating, a band performance and kids zone.

Who are the top Tiger running backs in spring practice?

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 08:39:26 -0500

Tigers coach Charles Huff said the team needs three running backs for each game and four he can count on for the season.

Safety Ian Foster shines on first day of Tigers spring practice

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:38:37 -0500

Memphis coach Charles Huff said he’s looking for consistency during spring practices, something safety Ian Foster is already exhibiting on Day 1.

Braham, Desrosiers showcase skills during Memphis Tigers' Pro Day

pupadhyaya@dailymemphian.com (Parth Upadhyaya) — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:54:12 -0500

Receiver Cortez Braham Jr. and running back Greg Desrosiers Jr. were among several Tigers who participated in the Memphis football program’s Pro Day.

Judge questions validity of rule of restitution against Memphis in Cortez Braham Jr. legal case

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:29:01 -0500

Braham was granted a preliminary injunction, which allowed him to play the 2025 season for the Memphis Tigers after transferring from Nevada.

Memphis considering signing players to multi-year contracts with buyouts

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 4 Mar 2026 11:47:15 -0600

Memphis athletic director Ed Scott updated the university’s Board of Trustees on revenue-sharing contracts with players, soccer stadium renovation and football ticket revenue.

The AM/DM podcast: How much money goes to U of M athletes

mcashiola@dailymemphian.com (Mary Cashiola) — Wed, 4 Mar 2026 06:13:41 -0600

Student-athletes can now get paid for their name, image or likeness as well as revenue-sharing payments from the school. Today, we try to sort it all out.

How much revenue have the Memphis Tigers shared with their athletes?

pupadhyaya@dailymemphian.com (Parth Upadhyaya) — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:36:02 -0600

In 2025, a settlement allowed athletic departments to begin distributing up to $20.5 million of revenue to their athletes.

Tigers' 2026 football schedule dates announced

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:15:24 -0600

Memphis opens the 2026 season in Las Vegas on Aug. 29 and plays its first home game Sept. 5 vs. Arkansas State.

Former Tiger's eligibility case could directly impact Memphis

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:57:33 -0600

An eligibility lawsuit that allowed former Tigers receiver Cortez Braham Jr. to compete in 2025 is still being litigated.

Two Memphis Tigers invited to NFL Combine

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:01:04 -0600

The Tigers are expected to have two players at the combine for a second-consecutive year.