There are 31 article(s) tagged Kenneth Gainwell:

• May 2021

  • Running blog: Riley Patterson signs UDFA deal after NFL draft

    Day 3 of the NFL draft ended up being the busiest day for the University of Memphis Tigers.

    By Steven Johnson May 01, 2021

  • Former Memphis RB Gainwell drafted No. 150 overall by Philadelphia

    Gainwell, the 2019 AAC Freshman of the Year, opted out of the Tigers’ 2020 season.

    By Steven Johnson May 01, 2021

• March 2021

  • Why opting out was the hardest decision Damonte Coxie ever made

    Coxie and other former Memphis stars are looking forward to showcasing their skills at the Tigers’ pro day Friday.

    By Steven Johnson March 18, 2021

  • Former Tigers RB Kenneth Gainwell receives Shaun Alexander award

    Gainwell honored for phenomenal 2019 season.

    By Steven Johnson March 18, 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

• November 2020

  • Memphis’ Kory Gainwell enters transfer portal

    The running back is the younger brother of Kenneth Gainwell, who opted out before the season.

    By Steven Johnson November 19, 2020

• August 2020

  • DeAngelo Williams thinks Kenny Gainwell could shatter most of his records

    Former Memphis star expects young running back to be the Tigers' future.

    By Steven Johnson August 25, 2020

  • Calvin Austin, Rodrigues Clark may be Tigers’ next breakout stars

    The team's offense already has known weapons, but what will make the system more potent is finding the second layer of talent.

    By Steven Johnson August 10, 2020

• July 2020

  • RBU? Memphis among the best at producing running backs

    When it comes to producing top-tier running backs, the Tigers have put themselves in elite company. In June, 247Sports looked at which programs produced the most draft picks by position over the last five drafts.

    By Steven Johnson July 19, 2020

• February 2020

  • Kory Gainwell commits to Memphis Tigers

    Kory Gainwell, younger brother to Kenneth, commits to Memphis Tigers. 

    By Jonah Jordan February 02, 2020

• January 2020

  • Memphis football notebook: Tigers eyeing Class of 2021 prospects

    Ryan Silverfield and the Memphis Tigers are wrapping up the Class of 2020 and moving on to 2021. 

    By Jonah Jordan January 16, 2020

• December 2019

  • Gainwell earns more national recognition for offensive performance

    After a stellar year, Tiger running back Kenneth Gainwell continues to gain national recognition earning another second-team All-American honor on Wednesday.

    By Frank Ramirez December 18, 2019

  • Gainwell, Gibson, Patterson earn first-team all-AAC recognition

    Three Tigers earn first team all-AAC honors, while Kenneth Gainwell and Antonio Gibson also receive special recognition for rookie of the year and special teams play respectively.

    By Jonah Jordan December 04, 2019

• November 2019

  • Kenneth Gainwell’s success helping other Memphis Tigers playmakers

    Quarterback Brady White continues to take advantage of teams stacking the box to stop running back Kenneth Gainwell.

    By Jonah Jordan November 15, 2019

  • Bye week notes: Patrick Taylor, Obinna Eze and Houston game time

    Running back Patrick Taylor is progressing in his rehab after injuring his foot in week one of the regular season.

    By Jonah Jordan November 05, 2019

  • ‘College GameDay’ hosts talk Memphis vs. SMU

    The ESPN "College GameDay" personalities are expecting a high-scoring showdown when their show is over and the main event between the Tigers and Mustangs unfolds. 

    By Drew Hill November 02, 2019

  • Running back Kenneth Gainwell ‘extra focused’ against SMU

    Memphis Tiger running back Kenneth Gainwell enters this weekend's primetime matchup with the No. 15 SMU Mustangs extra focused. 

    By Jonah Jordan November 02, 2019

• October 2019

  • Tigers escape upset bid as Tulsa misses last-second field goal

    A last-second chip shot field goal by Tulsa sailed wide left allowing Memphis to escape with a 42-41 win, setting the stage for next week's showdown with undefeated SMU.

    By Jonah Jordan October 27, 2019

  • Memphis offense shines in 47-17 victory over Tulane

    The Memphis Tigers offense showed what they can do when they "own the football" in their 47-17 win over the Tulane Green Wave. 

    By Jonah Jordan October 20, 2019

  • Older brother helps Kory Gainwell tackle recruiting process

    Kenny Gainwell is imparting the lesson of patience as his younger brother Kory navigates his own recruiting process.

    By Jonah Jordan October 17, 2019

  • Next Day Notes: Lessons from Memphis loss to Temple

    Notes from the Memphis Tigers 30-28 loss to the Temple Owls. 

    By Jonah Jordan October 13, 2019

  • RB Patrick Taylor ‘could’ return; CB Chris Claybrooks expected to play

    Memphis running back Patrick Taylor "could" return from an injury while coach Mike Norvell expects defensive back Chris Claybrooks to play against Temple this weekend. 

    By Jonah Jordan October 07, 2019

  • Tigers stave off comeback attempt by Warhawks

    Coach Mike Norvell's Tigers were able to keep Louisiana-Monroe at bay to win 52-33, despite their defense faltering much of the game. 

    By Jonah Jordan October 06, 2019

• September 2019

  • Memphis uses second-half rally to remain unbeaten with 35-23 victory over Navy

    Brady White shuts out boos, Tiger defense rises up as Memphis remains unbeaten with a 35-23 win over Navy.

    By The Associated Press September 27, 2019

  • Gainwell relishes lead running back role as Tigers face Navy

    Memphis running back Kenneth Gainwell has taken on the rushing load for the Tigers, a role that makes him a key figure in Thursday's game against Navy.

    By Jonah Jordan September 26, 2019