There are 114 article(s) tagged University of Memphis football:

• September 2021

  • 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. 

    By Geoff Calkins September 05, 2021

  • 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.

    By Frank Bonner II September 03, 2021

  • 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.

    By Frank Bonner II September 03, 2021

  • 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.

    By Frank Bonner II September 02, 2021

  • City of Memphis reverses, will allow tailgating at Tobey Park

    City overturned its original decision because of “overwhelming demand.”

    By Frank Bonner II September 02, 2021

  • 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. 

    By Frank Bonner II September 01, 2021

• August 2021

  • Tigers defensive back enters transfer portal

    La’Andre Thomas started 14 games in 2019 but opted out last season.

    By Frank Bonner II August 26, 2021

  • Tigers Football Insider: How are the receivers handling the QB battle?

    Developing good timing and chemistry with a quarterback and his receivers is invaluable.

    By Frank Bonner II August 25, 2021

  • 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.

    By Frank Bonner II August 19, 2021

  • 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.

    By Frank Bonner II August 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

• January 2021

  • 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.

    By Steven Johnson January 18, 2021

  • 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.

    By Steven Johnson January 16, 2021

• December 2020

  • 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.

    By Steven Johnson December 19, 2020

  • 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.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff December 12, 2020

• November 2020

  • 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.

    By Steven Johnson November 29, 2020

  • 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.

    By Geoff Calkins November 29, 2020

  • 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. 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff November 28, 2020

  • 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.

    By Steven Johnson November 09, 2020

• October 2020

  • Top performers in win over Temple: Defense leads the way

    But let’s give some credit to the offensive line as well.

    By Steven Johnson October 26, 2020

  • Deep sigh of relief on Twitter as Memphis fends off Temple

    The score for most of the game was uncomfortably close for Tigers fans.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff October 24, 2020

  • Calkins: Memphis delivers a historic win — and a lesson for all of us

    The Tigers had every reason to quit against UCF on Saturday. Instead, they put together the biggest comeback in the history of the program. 

    By Geoff Calkins October 17, 2020

  • Calkins: It would’ve been a helluva story, but Memphis screwed up the end

    After a month of adversity, this could have been the ultimate example of resilience.

    By Geoff Calkins October 03, 2020

• September 2020

  • Three-star linebacker Dedrick Smith commits to U of M

    Ryan Silverfield’s class of 2021 gains another linebacker, Dedrick Smith.

    By Jonah Jordan September 10, 2020

  • Memphis football transfer Cincir Evans ruled eligible for this season

    Former White Station star had his transfer waived approved Thursday. 

    By Steven Johnson September 03, 2020