There are 636 article(s) tagged Memphis football:

• August 2021

  • AAC commissioner denies colluding with ESPN on conference realignment

    But American Athletic Conference head Mike Aresco declined to say if any Big 12 schools have reached out to him.

    By Frank Bonner II August 04, 2021

• July 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

  • Kids get time with Tigers football players, and receive restful gifts

    The Tigers were part of the ‘Hope to Dream’ program that gave new beds to children in need, and in return received memories of their own they’ll cherish.

    By Steven Johnson July 17, 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

• 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

• April 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

  • Report: NCAA votes to allow one-time transfer without having to sit out

    Also approved: The dead period in recruiting will end June 1, allowing coaches in-person visits for the first time since the pandemic started. 

    By The Associated Press April 14, 2021

• February 2021

  • Memphis in top three for local QB Tevin Carter

    The three-star quarterback plans to make a decision in the summer and coach Ryan Silverfield’s Tigers are firmly in the mix.

    By Steven Johnson February 15, 2021

  • Here are five Memphis 2021 football signees who could see the field early

    The Tigers’ historic recruiting class features some players who already are on campus and getting a head start on the fall.

    By Steven Johnson February 05, 2021

  • National signing day blog: Memphis expecting a quiet signing day

    By the end of today, coach Ryan Silverfield will have put the finishing touches on the best recruiting class in Memphis history.

    By Steven Johnson February 03, 2021

  • Memphis football puts the finishing touches on highest-rated recruiting class in history

    Coach Ryan Silverfield managed to bring in enough talent to fill the holes left by transfers and opt-outs.

    By Steven Johnson February 03, 2021

  • Analysis: Why Memphis football fans shouldn’t worry about string of transfers

    The Tigers aren’t the only program affected. An expected rule change has led to what one recruiting director calls “free agency in college football.”

    By Steven Johnson February 02, 2021

• January 2021

  • Report: Memphis LB coach headed to Auburn

    Another Memphis assistant is headed to the SEC.

    By Steven Johnson January 21, 2021

  • Memphis QB Connor Adair enters transfer portal

    The backup quarterback will transfer after opting out of the 2020 season.

    By Steven Johnson January 21, 2021

  • Memphis WR Tahj Washington named to FWAA Freshman All-America team

    Washington had the most receiving yards among all freshmen nationally in 2020.

    By Steven Johnson January 18, 2021

  • Calkins: Silverfield adds another impact transfer (this one will lick his face)

    Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield added a transfer this week with excellent quickness and a low center of gravity. Happily, it’s a dog.

    By Geoff Calkins January 15, 2021

  • Tigers QB signee gearing up for a Texas state title game before enrolling early

    On Friday, 2021 signee Seth Henigan will compete for a state title. On Saturday, he’ll be on the road to Memphis.

    By Steven Johnson January 13, 2021

  • Calkins: Brady White is the greatest winner to call the Liberty Bowl home

    For White and the Liberty Bowl, it was love at first sight. On Saturday, White plans to bid farewell with another win. 

    By Geoff Calkins January 11, 2021

  • Memphis linebacker enters transfer portal

    Nehemiah Augustus will transfer after not playing this season.

    By Steven Johnson January 07, 2021

  • Recruiting notebook: MAHS receiver Cameron Miller narrows schools to six

    The standout lists attributes of each program, including Memphis.

    By John Varlas January 07, 2021

  • Memphis loses one commit, but adds a four-star from transfer portal

    Kolbe Fields decommitted from the 2021 class, but the Tigers landed another former Power Five recruit.

    By Steven Johnson January 06, 2021

  • Tigers’ Brady White wins William V. Campbell Trophy

    The Memphis quarterback adds the “academic Heisman” to his already loaded résumé.

    By Steven Johnson January 06, 2021

• December 2020

  • Jacobi Francis returning to U of M in 2021

    One of the Tigers’ best defensive players is returning for next season

    By Steven Johnson December 31, 2020

  • High-profile Arizona QB transferring to Memphis

    Ryan Silverfield lands Grant Gunnell, who was the No. 10 pro-style quarterback in the 2019 class.

    By Steven Johnson December 27, 2020

  • Football box score: Memphis 30, Houston 27

    Dec. 12, 2020: Memphis (7-3, 5-3 AAC); Houston (3-4, 3-3)

    By The Associated Press December 23, 2020