There are 553 article(s) tagged college football:

• July 2021

  • Memphis football’s Black assistants cautiously optimistic about their future

    “Stay true to what you do and try not to worry about the outside factors,” Tigers defensive line coach Kyle Pope said. 

    By Steven Johnson July 28, 2021

  • U of M seeks up to $50 million Liberty Bowl upgrade

    Though the school announced Wednesday it would be adding new outdoor seating options for the upcoming season, there’s a much larger vision.

    By John Martin July 28, 2021

  • Two Tigers football players land on award watch lists

    The Tigers offensive lineman and tight end on respective Outland, Mackey lists. 

    By Steven Johnson July 27, 2021

  • Calkins: Memphis football is flourishing — but will it matter in the end?

    Memphis football is in the midst of a historic run. But will that be enough to save the program when realignment strikes again? 

    By Geoff Calkins July 27, 2021

  • Calkins: Why Memphis needs the Big 12 to die

    ‘Memphis deserves better than to be fretting about conference realignment again. It needs the Big 12 to implode once and for all.’

    By Geoff Calkins July 23, 2021

  • Memphis WR Calvin Austin III joins another prestigious watchlist

    A few days after being named to the Maxwell Award watchlist, University of Memphis Tigers star receiver lands on the 2021 Biletnikoff Award watch list following a prolific 2020 season.

    By Steven Johnson July 22, 2021

  • Calkins: Rooting for forfeits — and Vandy! — in this year’s SEC

    Calkins: “The only thing SEC states do better than football is ignorance. Why you should be rooting for forfeits — and fully vaccinated Vanderbilt — this season.”

    By Geoff Calkins July 20, 2021

  • What can the Tigers expect from special teams this season?

    With a new kicker and punter, how will Memphis special teams look under new coordinator Charles Bankins?

    By Steven Johnson July 07, 2021

  • Lausanne, Naval Academy grad allowed to defer, continue with NFL tryout

    In a turn of events, Cameron Kinley has been granted commission deferment and will be going to Tampa Bay Buccaneers training camp. 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff July 06, 2021

  • Tigers defensive coordinator opens 2021 Touchdown Club schedule

    Mike MacIntyre to speak on July 19.

    By John Varlas July 06, 2021

• June 2021

  • Inside James Quinnelly’s decision to commit to Memphis

    The Alabama standout was sold after a red-carpet official visit plus the Tigers’ winning pedigree. 

    By Steven Johnson June 11, 2021

  • What a possible College Football Playoff expansion means for Memphis

    The playoff field could expand to 12 teams, which will affect Group of Five teams and conferences.

    By Steven Johnson June 10, 2021

  • Navy denies former Lausanne football player’s request to delay service

    Cameron Kinley, who just graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy, had signed an undrafted free-agent deal with the Buccaneers.

    By Drew Hill June 07, 2021

  • Memphis OL enters transfer portal

    Thomas appeared in just three games for Memphis in two seasons.

    By Steven Johnson June 07, 2021

  • Trezevant grad joins Arkansas State administrative staff

    Ex-running back Jamal Jones will coordinate relations between university and former student-athletes.

    By John Varlas June 03, 2021

• May 2021

  • Former Memphis DB Kendell Johnson knew when it was time to step away

    The twin brother of Memphis star safety Quindell Johnson has played football all his life; now he’s ready for business.

    By Steven Johnson May 27, 2021

  • AutoZone Liberty Bowl announces Dec. 28 date, game time

    It is the first time since 1993 that it will be in a prime-time slot. 

    By John Varlas May 27, 2021

  • Can Memphis’ football offense bounce back in 2021?

    The Tigers have the best receiver and lineman in the AAC but will that be enough to return to the top 25 in offense? A look at the offensive line, running backs, wide receivers and quarterbacks.

    By Steven Johnson May 20, 2021

  • Former Memphis DL Joseph Dorceus transfers to Tulane

    The Memphis-Tulane matchup just got a lot more intense.

    By Steven Johnson May 14, 2021

  • Longtime board member named AutoZone Liberty Bowl president

    Chris Moore also has served as co-chair of the bowl’s annual golf classic for the past 27 years.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff May 06, 2021

  • Former Memphis RB Gainwell drafted No. 150 overall by Philadelphia

    Gainwell, the 2019 AAC Freshman of the Year, opted out of the Tigers’ 2020 season.

    By Steven Johnson May 01, 2021

• April 2021

  • Memphis DB Kendell Johnson retiring from football

    The twin brother of Memphis safety Quindell Johnson is stepping away from the game.

    By Steven Johnson April 23, 2021

  • Memphis football set to play at Florida State in 2024

    The Tigers have added a marquee matchup against former head coach Mike Norvell.

    By Steven Johnson April 20, 2021

  • Calkins: Magical Memphis spring game ‘just felt right’

    A massive crowd showed up to the Liberty Bowl Friday night to celebrate Memphis football — and the return of life as normal.

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    Friday Night Stripes: Tigers offer glimpse of QB race, defense’s work

    By Geoff Calkins April 19, 2021

  • Friday Night Stripes: Storylines to watch in the Memphis spring game

    Tigers coach Ryan Silverfield’s first spring game will be part scrimmage, part festival for the fans.

    By Steven Johnson April 15, 2021