Ryan Silverfield wasn't the favorite but he went out and won his "dream job."

Ryan Silverfield wasn't handed the Memphis job. He earned it with this work this week — and over the last four years. 

Mike Norvell wrote a warm, gracious letter to Memphians Tuesday. In that spirit, here's a letter from a Memphis fan named Jay Adkins — right back to Norvell.

Some thoughts on Ryan Silverfield, Laird Veatch, the Memphis football job, Memphis attendance and what it means to be alive. 

Mike Norvell is headed to Florida State. Can Memphis make a third straight great coaching hire? That is the challenge that lies ahead. 

Mike Norvell is leaving for Florida State but not before he and his Tigers won a championship for Memphis.

Has there ever been a Saturday like this in Memphis? No. There will be 25,000 people in the St. Jude Marathon and another 40,000 or so watching the American Athletic Conference championship game in the afternoon. 

Memphis coach Mike Norvell may well take another job after Saturday's game against Cincinnati. Here's the best way to handle that news.

Mike Norvell is once again the subject of coaching rumors. Here's why Memphis fans shouldn't fret about any of them. 

The Memphis football team defeated Cincinnati Friday to clinch a third straight West Division championship. But for this team, the big prize awaits.

The Memphis Tiger football team plays Cincinnati Friday for a third straight Western Division title. It's a staggering accomplishment for head coach Mike Norvell.

James Wiseman celebrated from the bench as Memphis defeated Ole Miss in a thriller at FedExForum.

The spirit of the season is being tested. But a twist on the holiday story shows us the bright star from East will prevail. 

Nobody said the Memphis coaching job is easy. After an extended honeymoon to start his career, Penny Hardaway is going to be tested by the loss of James Wiseman and possible sanctions from the NCAA.

Exactly a year after committing to Memphis, James Wiseman learned he would be forced to sit out 12 games. It's a blow, for certain. But make sure you save your anger for the NCAA. 

Penny Hardaway said he wants to set aside any bitterness and continue to play the Memphis-Tennessee series. Rick Barnes should do the same. 

The Memphis Tigers crushed Alcorn State in their first game without James Wiseman. But the week of controversy seemed to give everyone in the building an emotional hangover.

Mike Conley returned to FedExForum Friday night. Ja Morant showed him his old team is in good hands.

James Wiseman has withdrawn his lawsuit against his NCAA. That clears the way for a settlement that everyone can live with.

Oregon defeats Memphis as James Wiseman is slowed by (how mundane is this?) early foul trouble. 

Memphis defeated 15th-ranked SMU at the Liberty Bowl Saturday night to put the finishing touches on a day that will be remembered for a very long time. 

"GameDay" came to Beale Street Saturday. It was a once-in-a-lifetime show.

After a day of waiting, the news is finally out. ESPN's GameDay is coming to Memphis next Saturday. It's an historic moment for the city and the program. 

Tulsa missed a field goal to save Memphis and a visit from GameDay. Maybe it's time Memphis football fans expect the best?

The Grizzlies tipped off a new era at FedExForum Friday. And, baby, it was a very good night.