Calkins: The Memphis streak is dead. And Memphis is responsible.
After nearly three years of winning at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, the Tigers lost a football game at home. They have nobody to blame but themselves.
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September 2021
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Check out the best images from Saturday’s epic win
University of Memphis football fans can’t help reliving the Sept. 18 victory over Mississippi State’s Bulldogs. Here are a few photos to savor the memories.
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Tigers Podcast: Football and men’s basketball could have special seasons
University of Memphis football beat writer Frank Bonner II and Tigers basketball beat writer Steven Johnson talk about the potential of the football and men’s basketball programs this year.
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Looking at the plays that keyed the Tigers’ breathtaking win
Memphis’ defense got the wheels rolling with a scoop-and-score, and ended the game with a crucial stop.
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Calkins: Seth Henigan looked ‘fantastic,’ for openers
Seth Henigan on Saturday became the first true freshman quarterback to start an opener for the Memphis Tigers. And the best part? He didn’t look anything like a true freshman.
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Extra eligibility benefits fifth-year seniors, and Tigers by extension
The Tigers are entering the 2021 season with a veteran presence in the locker room that is unprecedented.
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Memphis, Nicholls State have multiple connections
Nicholls State has one Memphis native on its roster and two former Tigers, among other connections between the schools.
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For John Tate IV, journey back to defensive line was long time coming
Fans can expect to see a better, quicker version of Tate than they saw two years ago, when he suffered an Achilles injury.
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City of Memphis reverses, will allow tailgating at Tobey Park
City overturned its original decision because of “overwhelming demand.”
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Tigers Podcast: Football depth chart and Rasheed Wallace
Beat writers Steven Johnson and Frank Bonner II talk with columnist Geoff Calkins about the notable observations from the football depth chart and Rasheed Wallace joining the men’s basketball coaching staff.
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August 2021
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Tigers defensive back enters transfer portal
La’Andre Thomas started 14 games in 2019 but opted out last season.
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Tigers Football Insider: How are the receivers handling the QB battle?
Developing good timing and chemistry with a quarterback and his receivers is invaluable.
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Tigers partner with Kroger for football season opener
Tickets for the Sept. 4 game, where the University of Memphis will face Nicholls State University, will be discounted to $10, with $1 being donated to the Mid-South Food Bank for each ticket sold.
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Day 1 of Tigers football camp, and it’s time to get familiar
Coach Ryan Silverfield, starting his second full season, sees it as time to get back to basics.
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June 2021
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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.
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January 2021
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Memphis RB Kenneth Gainwell says he’s entering NFL draft
Gainwell is projected as a top-five running back prospect in the April 29-May 1, 2021 draft.
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Former Memphis LB Wynton McManis always knew the Tigers could rise
The former Olive Branch High School star credits his time with the Tigers for giving him the chance to chase his dream.
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December 2020
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FAU yet another team that utilizes two QBs; here’s what Memphis faces
Statistically, the Tigers’ opponent in the Montgomery Bowl has a weaker offense, but that doesn’t mean the planning is easier.
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What Twitter’s saying in regular-season finale: FG gives Memphis 30-27 win over Houston
Brady White this afternoon became Memphis’ all-time passing yards leader; Calvin Austin III goes over 1,000-yard mark this season.
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November 2020
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Five standouts from Tigers’ win at Navy
The Memphis defense was a primary reason why the Tigers won for the first time at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
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Calkins: For old times’ sake, Memphis wins with defense
The Memphis Tigers defeated Navy — and clinched a seventh straight winning season — with rip-snorting defense.
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On Twitter: Memphis fans highly displeased in sludgy performance vs. Navy
Tweeters ranged from bored to irritated to perplexed at the Tigers’ lack of offense.
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Memphis-Stephen F. Austin kickoff time set
The Nov. 21 game at the Liberty Bowl will be on ESPN+, which is a paid subscriber service.
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October 2020
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Top performers in win over Temple: Defense leads the way
But let’s give some credit to the offensive line as well.
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Deep sigh of relief on Twitter as Memphis fends off Temple
The score for most of the game was uncomfortably close for Tigers fans.
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