There are 11 article(s) tagged JJ Russell:

• November 2021

  • Silverfield’s message to Tigers: ‘Now more than ever I need your absolute best’

    The University of Memphis will need a top effort from its younger players against Tulane as it prepares for the most important senior night in recent history.

    By Frank Bonner II November 22, 2021

• October 2021

  • Memphis football notebook: Tigers have one of the worst turnover margins

    The Tigers’ -1.38 turnover margin is the second-worst in the country and only nine teams have lost more turnovers than Memphis who has 15 turnovers in eight games.

    By Frank Bonner II October 27, 2021

• September 2021

  • One disappointing loss doesn’t mean all hope is gone for Tigers

    The University of Memphis endured a rough day against UTSA, but they start with a clean slate in the AAC next week. 

    By Frank Bonner II September 25, 2021

  • Russell and Austin honor Isaac Bruce and Danton Barto in spectacular fashion

    Tigers get a stellar performance from their top receiver and linebacker on the day they honored their all-time great receiver and linebacker. 

    By Frank Bonner II September 20, 2021

  • Tigers notebook: JJ Russell focusing on Arkansas State, but Mississippi State looms

    Memphis is a 5.5-point favorite over Arkansas State, and quarterback Seth Henigan looks to be the long-term starter for the Tigers. 

    By Frank Bonner II September 08, 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

• August 2021

  • Memphis linebacker’s faith has restored his joy on the field

    The fifth-year linebacker’s walk with God has turned him into a better player and teammate. 

    By Frank Bonner II August 28, 2021

• April 2021

  • What drove two linebackers to return for another year

    The decision by Thomas Pickens and JJ Russell to come back is one reason the Memphis defense is so confident heading into the fall.

    By Steven Johnson April 04, 2021

• January 2021

  • Who’s in, who’s out? A quick look at U of M football seniors’ status

    Four Tigers have announced they will return, but the team awaits the decisions of three key players. 

    By Steven Johnson January 03, 2021

• December 2020

  • Senior decisions will shape Tigers’ 2021 football season

    If the Tigers can get a few seniors to return, the sky is the limit thanks to a strong incoming class and transfers from Power Five programs. 

    By Steven Johnson December 28, 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