Analyzing the Tigers’ running backs rotation
The Memphis Tigers appear to have found their running back pecking order, at least for now. The rotation could change later.
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September 2023
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Tigers Football Insider: ‘Let’s put the city on display’
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield encourages fans to help showcase the city and the university by packing the stands for the Tigers’ first nationally televised game of the season.
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Key stats and numbers for Memphis Tigers vs. Navy
Stats and key numbers to know as Memphis looks to win its fifth consecutive matchup with the Naval Academy.
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Nationally ranked Tigers defense faces new challenge from Navy
Navy has a new coach and does some things differently this year on offense, but the Midshipmen will be facing a Tigers defense ranked second in the country in yards allowed per game when they play Thursday in Memphis.
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Tigers Talk: Bonner II and Martin’s observations after the first two games
The Daily Memphian’s Frank Bonner II and John Martin discuss their initial takeaways, surprise players and any concerns they have about the team after two weeks.
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NFL Week 1: Notable performances from former Tigers
Running back Tony Pollard had 82 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns to help the Dallas Cowboys complete the biggest blowout of Week 1.
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Memphis-Missouri football game time announced
Game time announced for Memphis Tigers game in St. Louis on Sept. 23.
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Buckley: The Tigers belted Arkansas State, and they wore it proudly
Memphis comes up with two interceptions and two fumble recoveries in a 37-3 victory over the Red Wolves, and it has something to show for it.
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Tigers flaunt roster depth in consecutive blowout wins
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield said during the offseason that he felt the roster depth was the strength of the team. The Tigers showcased some of that in the season opener against Bethune-Cookman and continued to display it Saturday in Jonesboro.
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Key stats and numbers for the Tigers against Arkansas State
The Memphis defense headed into this season with a lot of confidence. It didn’t allow a single touchdown in the opener and is going against an offense that didn’t score any points last week.
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An’Darius Coffey finds his place in Memphis football
The Tigers defensive back has found his footing after moving over from running back. The former three-star prospect and Winona (Mississippi) High quarterback originally joined Memphis as a cornerback.
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Silverfield’s assessment after watching film; injuries update
The Tigers defense only allowed 91 total yards last week and will take the nation’s top defense into Saturday’s game at Arkansas State.
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Tigers Football Insider: Memphis isn’t overlooking Arkansas State
Arkansas State lost 73-0 to Oklahoma last week, but Memphis isn’t taking the Red Wolves lightly. The Tigers have been in a close battle with them the last two games.
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It’s Roc Taylor’s time to shine in his third year with the Tigers
Roc Taylor played a minimal role for the Tigers for the past two years. If the season opener is any indication of what to expect from Taylor this year, it could be an exciting season for the junior.
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Tigers Football Insider: Memphis isn’t overlooking Arkansas State
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Buckley: Ryan Silverfield got a pit in his stomach. And a win.
Two interceptions and a lost fumble left the Tigers’ coach upset, but there was a lot to love about Memphis’ season opener.
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Silverfield gives B- grade in 42-point win over Bethune-Cookman
“Happy with the end result, but (we’ve got) a ton of stuff we’ve got to work on and it starts with me,” the University of Memphis football coach said.
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Silverfield: Defense ‘carried us’ in opening game win
Tigers flex muscles in season-opener rout of Bethune-Cookman
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Buckley: It’s time for Memphis to get back up off the mat. Again.
With SMU now leaving for the ACC, the hits keep coming for the AAC. How will the Tigers respond to the latest round of conference realignment movement?
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Key stats and numbers for the Memphis home season opener
The Memphis Tigers open the season against an FCS opponent that posted a 2-9 record last season, so there shouldn’t be any problems putting away Bethune-Cookman early.
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Tigers kick off yearlong recognition of first Black student-athletes
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Tigers kick off yearlong recognition of first Black student-athletes
The University of Memphis’ celebration of the first Black student-athletes to compete in each sport will start Saturday when five are honored during the football season opener at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
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August 2023
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Tigers Talk: Bonner II and Martin on Memphis expectations this season
For the first Memphis football Tigers Talk, Frank Bonner II and John Martin discuss the ceiling and floor of this year’s team while sharing who they believe will be the biggest playmaker this season.
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Tigers Football Insider: Defensive Coordinator expects defense to be gritty
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Tigers Football Insider: Defensive Coordinator expects defense to be gritty
“I like to think of our team and particularly our defense as sort of a representation of the City of Memphis,” Matt Barnes said.
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Tony Barnhart weighs in on Tigers’ chances of getting a Power 5 bid
“The game’s really not complicated,” Barnhart said. “You’ve gotta have the facilities, and then you’ve gotta recruit. You gotta do those two things.”
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Buckley: Tigers are trying on conference realignment. Just ask Bill Hardgrave.
University of Memphis president makes a case that the Tigers’ hunt for a new home is real.
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Anthony Landphere is next up to carry the tight-end torch at Memphis
The Memphis offense has relied heavily on its tight ends in recent years, and the Tigers are hoping to strike gold for a fourth consecutive time. The next man up is Anthony Landphere.
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Martin: Can Ryan Silverfield win back the masses? It won’t be easy.
“The job in front of Silverfield is immense, and it’s not as simple as a win/loss record or a mediocre bowl game appearance.”
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