Tigers show depth at running back with Sutton Smith out
The Memphis running back room put on a strong performance for Sutton Smith, who suffered a season-ending injury in the Tigers’ season-opener.
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September 2024
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Seth Henigan record watch: Tracking statistical milestones
The University of Memphis quarter is in his final year as a Tiger, and he’s already broken multiple career records while chasing other milestones in the Memphis and conference record books.
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Memphis vs. Troy: What to know as the Sun Belt and AAC clash
The Tigers are almost a three-touchdown favorite, but Saturday will still be a step up from the FCS competition it faced in the 40-0 victory over North Alabama.
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Tigers Talk: Sutton Smith injury, how FSU’s downfall impacts Memphis
The Tigers face Troy this weekend, but it will likely be without Sutton Smith. And people are already talking about the Florida State game in two weeks.
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How decathlon helps Tigers running back thrive in football
Memphis running back Greg Desrosiers Jr. said he believes he has an advantage on the football field very few have. Being a decathlete gives him a unique skillset.
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Tigers keep communication tight with new helmet mics
For a quarterback with 38 career starts under his belt, a voice in the ear isn’t always necessary.
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Memphis football is close but still not ranked in AP, Coaches polls
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Four Downs with Finebaum: SEC blowouts and hot seats, Memphis ‘in great shape’
ESPN college football expert Paul Finebaum answers The Daily Memphian’s questions after Week 1 games.
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Memphis playoff chase: Tracking top Group of Five teams
As the Memphis Tigers chase a spot in the College Football Playoff, The Daily Memphian will keep track of notable Group of Five teams each week.
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Injury to Tigers’ running back Sutton Smith ‘doesn’t look great’
“He did get hurt, doesn’t look great,” coach Ryan Silverfield said about Memphis running back Sutton Smith’s injury in the first quarter.
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August 2024
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Memphis vs. North Alabama: What to know for Saturday’s season opener
The Memphis Tigers open their 2024 season Saturday night against North Alabama at home, beginning two seasons of play while Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium is under construction.
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Dart, No. 6 Ole Miss open season of high expectations against FCS Furman
Jaxson Dart could be pondering Ole Miss’s first big win or his next touchdown pass. Instead, the Rebels quarterback can’t wait for that moment when his team has to prove its toughness and resilience.
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Tigers expect ‘big year’ from tight end Anthony Landphere
Landphere enters this season on the watchlist for the John Mackey Award, given to college football’s most outstanding tight end.
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Four Downs with Finebaum: ESPN’s own answers local college football questions
SEC football commentator Paul Finebaum digs into the Tigers’ College Football Playoff chances, Ole Miss and Tennessee expectations and fond Memphis memories.
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Tigers’ first depth chart of season reveals backup QB
The Memphis Tigers football depth chart is out and speculation about who will fill the offensive line or which quarterback will be the backup to starter Seth Henigan is finally over.
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Ole Miss, Dart have bevy of receiving targets led by Harris, Wells
The sixth-ranked Rebels enter the season without star tailback Quinshon Judkins but with arguably the deepest and best collection of pass catchers in the Southeastern Conference.
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Caden Costa hopes to be the next Tiger kicker to reach the NFL
Former Ole Miss kicker Caden Costa entered the NCAA transfer portal because of his NFL aspirations, and he believes Memphis can help get him there.
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Jimmy Sexton, Lane Kiffin featured in new book
An influential Memphian figures prominently into a new book examining the topsy-turvy world of college football.
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What fans can expect on game day during stadium renovation
With the Memphis Tigers opening the college football season against North Alabama at 6 p.m. on Aug. 31, the university released details of what fans can expect on game day.
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These Tigers made national watchlists
Memphis football players have been included this offseason in several national watchlists for individual postseason awards.
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AAC releases conference opponents for 2025 football season
The Memphis Tigers have three conference opponents in 2025 who aren’t on this year’s schedule.
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Trent Holler could be the answer to replacing former Tiger Jacob Likes
The Memphis Tigers offensive line, the unit that is in charge of protecting Tigers QB Seth Henigan, is rounding into form.
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Tigers Notebook: Who will be impact players on special teams this season?
Special teams coordinator Chris White feels confident in the Memphis athletes he has at his disposal heading into his second season with the Tigers, especially defensive back Julian Barnett.
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In his senior year, Tigers safety Greg Rubin is finding his voice
For Greg Rubin, moving from cornerback to safety has been more than a change in position. “ … And now, I’m the vet,” he said. “I’m older, and I’m at safety. I have to talk to guys and just being able to control the defense and being a voice for the defense.”
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Projecting the top Tigers on offense and defense this season
The Daily Memphian projects the MVP, newcomers of the year and most improved players for the 2024 Memphis Tigers football team.
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Former Memphian Finebaum extends contract with ESPN
College football commentator and former Memphian Paul Finebaum has signed a multi-year contract extension with ESPN.
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