Calkins: DeAndre Williams is contagious (in the best way!)
The Evansville transfer became eligible to play just hours before Memphis and Tulane tipped off Wednesday. For a beleaguered Tigers team, it may have been just in time.
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December 2020
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As much as he brings to the court, there’s DeAndre Williams as a leader
Memphis still has issues in its game, but Williams’ appearance on the court is a welcome development.
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Memphis survives Tulane rally to win AAC opener
Transfer DeAndre Williams, declared eligible just hours before the game, made an immediate impression.
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Related story: Box score: Memphis 80, Tulane 74
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Silverfield’s recruiting emphasis on local, Texas and Louisiana talent pays off
Seven or eight players likely will enroll early to take advantage of workouts and learning Memphis’ playbook.
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Memphis transfer DeAndre Williams immediately eligible, will play vs. Tulane
The 6-foot-9 transfer from Evansville was ruled immediately eligible Wednesday after the NCAA passed new legislation.
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Football early signing day running blog: Memphis adds 15 in early signing period
High school football commits around the country are signing their national letters of intent today. Follow along as Memphis gathers its next class.
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Grind City Brewing, U of M agree to craft beer partnership
Tiger Tail, a new product made by Grind City Brewing Co., will be the official craft beer of Memphis Tigers athletics.
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Scouting Report: A quick look at Tigers’ bowl opponent Florida Atlantic
Florida Atlantic is led by former USF coach Willie Taggart and has a strong defense. But the Owls don’t have a 1,000-yard passer or a rusher with more than 500 yards, despite playing eight games.
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Five Memphis football players earn All-AAC honors, but key name missing
Memphis Tigers football players Calvin Austin III and O’Bryan Goodson made first-team All-AAC while record breaker Brady White was snubbed altogether.
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Five pressing questions for Memphis basketball heading into AAC play
Memphis enters conference play on Wednesday with plenty of issues, including point guard play and “hero ball” tendencies.
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Memphis drops final nonconference game, 74-71, against Auburn
The University of Memphis Tigers were hurt by unforced turnovers and missed free throws as they faced Auburn in Atlanta.
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Calkins: Auburn loss raises hard questions about Memphis basketball and Penny Hardaway
Hardaway called it his “hardest loss.” Memphis fans may share that sentiment. There also is a seed of concern that he might not be able to get this team to the NCAA tournament.
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Record-setting Brady White, Calvin Austin III lead top performers
The linebacking corps and Morris Joseph also made their impact in the Tigers’ 30-27 triumph against Houston.
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Calkins: Memphis puts a perfect ending on a perfectly crazy year
This Memphis football team isn’t the greatest team ever. But there’s never been one with a greater will to win.
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Memphis looking inward after frustrating loss to Auburn
Consistent effort is in short supply as Penny Hardaway finds himself having to “beg and plead” for team play.
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Memphis finds a building block for the future in Jaylon Allen
Making his first start, the redshirt sophomore made the game-defining score against his hometown team.
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White Station WR Brandon Harris commits to Memphis
Harris is Silverfield’s fourth commitment of the week.
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Analysis: How Houston’s zone read offense stacks up against that of previous Tigers opponents
Memphis will be facing another mobile quarterback in Houston’s Clayton Tune.
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Penny Hardaway: Memphis ‘gaining an identity’ as Auburn looms
The Tigers are feeling good about their chemistry heading into Saturday’s game against Auburn.
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Memphis guard Landers Nolley II will play versus Auburn
The Tigers’ leading scorer was injured in their home game against Mississippi Valley State on Tuesday.
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Memphis demolishes Mississippi Valley State, 94-57
The Tigers exhibited improved passing, but 3-point shooting remains a weakness.
Related Story: Hardaway says Memphis gets a ‘B’ — but is that good enough?
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Hardaway says Memphis gets a ‘B’ — but is that good enough?
Coach Penny Hardaway says the team is heading in the right direction. Alex Lomax feels better about his role. And that blowout felt good. But is it enough?
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Tigers’ highest-rated football recruit rejoins 2021 class after decommitting in November
Four-star Louisiana linebacker Andrew Jones recommits to Memphis. Is another commitment on the way?
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Memphis’ next opponent is another with extra time to prepare
The Tigers don’t know what to expect vs. Houston, but they know they must improve their blocking.
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Tigers basketball: Which players, lineups have best impact?
It’s still a small sample size, but three players are commonalities in the lineups with a positive plus-minus.
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