There are 2666 article(s) tagged Memphis Tigers:

• October 2021

  • Memphis still going hard for Big 12, regardless of AAC’s path

    One report out of Texas alleges Memphis is “dragging its feet” on conference realignment. According to insiders, the truth is anything but that.

    By John Martin October 22, 2021

  • Simmons Bank changes mind on name of Liberty Bowl stadium

    Simmons Bank, which is acquiring the rights to rename the venue, has decided to switch out one word.

    By Drew Hill October 21, 2021

  • AAC announces new schools

    The American Athletic Conference, with the addition of six Conference USA members, now has an eastern toehold with Charlotte. 

    By Steven Johnson October 21, 2021

  • Memphis basketball mailbag: Are Duren and Bates living up to the hype?

    This edition of the Memphis basketball mailbag also tackles the Tigers’ preseason ranking.

    By Steven Johnson October 20, 2021

  • Tigers basketball ranked 12th in preseason AP Top 25 poll

    Memphis received its highest preseason AP ranking since 2011-12.

    By Steven Johnson October 18, 2021

  • What are success rates for Bates, Duren as reclassified players?

    For University of Memphis freshmen Emoni Bates and Jalen Duren, looking for a sign of things to come is not that simple.

    By John Martin October 17, 2021

  • The Memphis defense showed up against Navy; can it do the same at UCF?

    Navy’s 17 points tied a season-low for points scored against Memphis this year. 

    By Frank Bonner II October 15, 2021

  • Calkins: With season on the brink, Tigers respond the way you’d want them to

    After three straight losses, the future of the Memphis football program hung in the balance. Why Thursday’s win over Navy was bigger than most. 

    By Geoff Calkins October 15, 2021

  • Box score: Memphis 35, Navy 17

    Oct. 14, 2021: Memphis defeats Navy, 35-17, at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. 

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    Tweet collection: What they’re saying about Navy vs. Memphis

    By The Associated Press October 14, 2021

  • Tweet collection: What they’re saying about Navy vs. Memphis

    Here is a collection of social media observations from the Tigers’ game against Navy at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff October 14, 2021

  • Hardaway observes Houston, Sampson and takes notes

    Tigers coach Penny Hardaway isn’t afraid of the pressure to succeed, or the task of building “culture.”

    By Steven Johnson October 14, 2021

  • Calkins: After all these years, Memphis basketball is still ‘unbelievable, surreal’

    Memphis fans thronged to FedExForum Wednesday to watch the return of Memphis Madness. It was a celebration of a new season — and a program that endures.

    By Geoff Calkins October 14, 2021

  • Memphis Madness notebook: Big dunks, big show, big Tiger love

    The celebration featured a star lineup of all-Memphis rappers, top prospects and Penny Hardaway’s vehicle in Tiger Blue.

    By Steven Johnson October 14, 2021

  • Four Tigers earn All-AAC honors, but Houston is preseason favorite

    Memphis had the most preseason all-conference player selections, but Houston is still viewed as the favorite to win the AAC.

    By Steven Johnson October 13, 2021

  • 12 questions for the 12 most important Tigers basketball players

    Just 12 days away from the first exhibition game of the season, here are a dozen questions for the Tigers to ponder.

    By Steven Johnson, John Martin October 12, 2021

  • Calkins: Pretty please, NCAA — just not a postseason ban

    Judgment Day is coming for Memphis basketball. And that judgment could be severe. 

    By Geoff Calkins October 11, 2021

  • Former Memphis Tigers continue to produce in the NFL

    Antonio Gibson heads the list of former Tigers who are making an impact for their pro teams.

    By Frank Bonner II October 11, 2021

  • Penny Hardaway wants nine- or 10-man rotation; who makes the cut?

    Hardaway says the toughest guys who play the right way will be the players who make that rotation. Here are some options.

    By Steven Johnson October 11, 2021

  • IARP provides timeline of Memphis basketball infractions investigation

    Details of the case were vague, however, and there was no word on when a ruling would be made in the James Wiseman case.

    By Steven Johnson October 11, 2021

  • Penny Hardaway has turned Memphis into ‘Disney World’

    It was an afternoon showcasing talent that is the stuff of fantasy.

    By John Martin October 11, 2021

  • Box score: Tulsa 35, Memphis 29

    Oct. 9, 2021 at Chapman Stadium: Tulsa 35, Memphis 29

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    Tigers’ fight undone by turnovers, missed kicks in loss to Tulsa

    By The Daily Memphian Staff October 10, 2021

  • Tweet collection: What they said about Memphis at Tulsa

    A collection of Twitter comments from the University of Memphis vs. Tulsa NCAA college football game in Tulsa. 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff October 10, 2021

  • Pro day observations: Bates looks like a No. 1 pick, Camden surprises

    About 75 NBA scouts and executives made the trip to Memphis to check out the Tigers’ pro day on Wednesday.

    By Steven Johnson October 07, 2021

  • Silverfield says Tigers need to listen to the right people, care for each other

    Being “all in” is more important than ever for a Memphis team looking to find its rhythm again. 

    By Frank Bonner II October 04, 2021

  • Unfinished business, college degree brought DeAndre Williams back to Tigers

    A desire for a college degree and his love for the city of Memphis motivated the forward to return for another year.

    By Steven Johnson October 04, 2021