There are 25 article(s) tagged Kenneth Gainwell:

• 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

  • Memphis rolls South Alabama 42-6 behind stout defense and run attack

    Memphis followed their two young running backs and a stout defense to a 42-6 win over South Alabama Saturday afternoon. 

    By Jonah Jordan September 15, 2019

  • Tigers dominate Southern University to remain undefeated

    Brady White had an efficient day passing, Kenneth Gainwell filled in sufficiently at running back grinding out 85 yards and scoring three times as Memphis defeated Southern 55-24 on Saturday.

    By Clay Bailey September 07, 2019

  • Game Day Coverage: Tigers entertain Southern University in another morning kickoff

    The Tigers face Southern University on Saturday trying to maintain the momentum from last week's opening win over Ole Miss.

    By Clay Bailey September 07, 2019

  • Taylor ruled out for Saturday’s game

    Memphis running back Patrick Taylor has been ruled out of Saturday's game against Southern University. 

    By Jonah Jordan September 04, 2019

• August 2019

  • Memphis ready to do whatever it takes in last scheduled game of Ole Miss series

    The Tigers' much anticipated matchup with Ole Miss on Aug. 31 will be their last for now. Mike Norvell would like to go out with a bang.

    By Jonah Jordan August 26, 2019

  • Kenneth Gainwell feels like he’s ‘next up’

    Kenneth Gainwell is ready to seize his opportunity at the University of Memphis. 

    By Jonah Jordan August 05, 2019