Calkins: Memphis football is flourishing — but will it matter in the end?
Memphis football is in the midst of a historic run. But will that be enough to save the program when realignment strikes again?
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July 2021
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Kids get time with Tigers football players, and receive restful gifts
The Tigers were part of the ‘Hope to Dream’ program that gave new beds to children in need, and in return received memories of their own they’ll cherish.
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June 2021
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Inside James Quinnelly’s decision to commit to Memphis
The Alabama standout was sold after a red-carpet official visit plus the Tigers’ winning pedigree.
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May 2021
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Former Memphis DB Kendell Johnson knew when it was time to step away
The twin brother of Memphis star safety Quindell Johnson has played football all his life; now he’s ready for business.
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April 2021
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Calkins: Magical Memphis spring game ‘just felt right’
A massive crowd showed up to the Liberty Bowl Friday night to celebrate Memphis football — and the return of life as normal.
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Report: NCAA votes to allow one-time transfer without having to sit out
Also approved: The dead period in recruiting will end June 1, allowing coaches in-person visits for the first time since the pandemic started.
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February 2021
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Memphis in top three for local QB Tevin Carter
The three-star quarterback plans to make a decision in the summer and coach Ryan Silverfield’s Tigers are firmly in the mix.
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Here are five Memphis 2021 football signees who could see the field early
The Tigers’ historic recruiting class features some players who already are on campus and getting a head start on the fall.
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National signing day blog: Memphis expecting a quiet signing day
By the end of today, coach Ryan Silverfield will have put the finishing touches on the best recruiting class in Memphis history.
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Memphis football puts the finishing touches on highest-rated recruiting class in history
Coach Ryan Silverfield managed to bring in enough talent to fill the holes left by transfers and opt-outs.
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Analysis: Why Memphis football fans shouldn’t worry about string of transfers
The Tigers aren’t the only program affected. An expected rule change has led to what one recruiting director calls “free agency in college football.”
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January 2021
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Report: Memphis LB coach headed to Auburn
Another Memphis assistant is headed to the SEC.
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Memphis QB Connor Adair enters transfer portal
The backup quarterback will transfer after opting out of the 2020 season.
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Memphis WR Tahj Washington named to FWAA Freshman All-America team
Washington had the most receiving yards among all freshmen nationally in 2020.
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Calkins: Silverfield adds another impact transfer (this one will lick his face)
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield added a transfer this week with excellent quickness and a low center of gravity. Happily, it’s a dog.
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Tigers QB signee gearing up for a Texas state title game before enrolling early
On Friday, 2021 signee Seth Henigan will compete for a state title. On Saturday, he’ll be on the road to Memphis.
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Calkins: Brady White is the greatest winner to call the Liberty Bowl home
For White and the Liberty Bowl, it was love at first sight. On Saturday, White plans to bid farewell with another win.
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Memphis linebacker enters transfer portal
Nehemiah Augustus will transfer after not playing this season.
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Recruiting notebook: MAHS receiver Cameron Miller narrows schools to six
The standout lists attributes of each program, including Memphis.
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Memphis loses one commit, but adds a four-star from transfer portal
Kolbe Fields decommitted from the 2021 class, but the Tigers landed another former Power Five recruit.
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Tigers’ Brady White wins William V. Campbell Trophy
The Memphis quarterback adds the “academic Heisman” to his already loaded résumé.
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December 2020
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Jacobi Francis returning to U of M in 2021
One of the Tigers’ best defensive players is returning for next season
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High-profile Arizona QB transferring to Memphis
Ryan Silverfield lands Grant Gunnell, who was the No. 10 pro-style quarterback in the 2019 class.
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Football box score: Memphis 30, Houston 27
Dec. 12, 2020: Memphis (7-3, 5-3 AAC); Houston (3-4, 3-3)
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What they’re saying on Twitter: Memphis comes out on top in Montgomery Bowl
The Tigers’ mission: Break their five-game losing streak in bowl games.
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