Defense comes up big in Tigers’ upset over No. 23 SMU
Despite some hiccups in other parts of the game, Memphis thwarted the Mustangs’ offense and won with some aggressive play-calling.
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Seth Henigan returns against SMU, Brandon Thomas ruled out
Seth Henigan returns after not playing in a game for three weeks. Running back Brandon Thomas will not play.
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What they said on Twitter about Tigers vs. SMU
Here’s a collection of what people tweeted as the SMU-Memphis game progressed at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium on Nov. 6, 2021.
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High School Sports
Friday prep report: Special teams, defense carry Collierville in playoff opener
Harrison Craig scores twice on punt returns as Dragons improve to 11-0. Plus, check out the playoff results, summaries and pairings.
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Collierville’s Schwartz ruled eligible to play basketball following devastating injury
Rico Schwartz, who lost all of his senior season, will be able to play after the family filed suit against the TSSAA.
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Box score: Wizards 115, Grizzlies 87
Nov. 5, 2021: The Washington Wizards beat the Memphis Grizzlies, 115-87, in Washington.
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Downer of a game for Grizzlies in worst loss of season
After some encouraging defensive performances, the Grizzlies went backward, allowing the Wizards to shoot 58% from the floor and 40% from 3-point range.
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Key stats, numbers to know against No. 23 SMU
SMU has only allowed five sacks this season and has the seventh-ranked offense in the country.
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After three years of difficult starts, Penny, Tigers eager to end that trend
With his most complete team yet, the Tigers coach believes the beginning to this season could be a lot different.
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901 FC planning ‘business trip’ to Charlotte
Memphis will be the underdog Saturday in its first playoff game, but it also has plenty of positive momentum and nothing to lose.
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High School Sports
8-6A all-region football team announced
League’s coaches pick the offensive and defensive players of the year, and name Collierville’s Joe Rocconi as coach of the year.
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High School Sports
Collierville’s quarterback wins player of Week 11 vote
Quarterback passed for 258 yards and two touchdowns in victory over Arlington.
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Scouting report: What Tennessee Tech will bring against Tigers in season opener
After winning just five games last season, the Golden Eagles hit the transfer portal hard to find additional talent.
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When Morant’s on the bench, Grizzlies have to find way to keep ball moving
After struggling in the first half when Ja Morant was resting, the second half was an entirely different story for the Grizzlies’ second unit.
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High School Sports
Week 11 high school football stat leaders
Central star Jamarious Brooks ends the regular season as the area’s leader in several categories.
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First-round playoff preview: Whitehaven and Ravenwood renew postseason rivalry
The high school football postseason begins for TSSAA schools on Friday.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball
Listen to Tigers beat writers break down matchup against No. 23 SMU, basketball season opener
Tigers beat writers Steven Johnson and Frank Bonner II discuss the Tigers’ upcoming home game against No. 23 SMU and the basketball team’s season opener vs. Tennessee Tech.
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High School Sports
Five local players named Mr. Football semifinalists
Winners will be announced Dec. 7 in Nashville. One Memphian has potential for a second consecutive victory.
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Listen to Grizzlies writers discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.'s latest performance
Did Jaren Jackson Jr.’s big night convince Drew Hill and Chris Herrington that he’s out of his slump?
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Grizzlies Insider: JJJ, Jenkins tell fans what they should watch — on TV
Jaren Jackson Jr. watched the third season of a popular Netflix thriller in one day while Taylor Jenkins can’t wait to watch the new season of “Yellowstone.”
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Jaren Jackson Jr. delivers in Grizzlies win over Nuggets
Jackson scored 14 points in the second half and carried Memphis while Ja Morant was getting his last rest of the game.
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Box score: Grizzlies 108, Nuggets 106
Nov. 3, 2021: Grizzlies defeat the Nuggets, 108-106 at FedExForum.
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Tigers prepare for the best offense they’ve faced all year
SMU has the seventh-best offense in the country, with both passing and rushing depth that has stymied defenses.
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Dillon Brooks playing in simulated games in ‘ramp up’ to return
There is no timeline for the star defender’s return, but his assignment to the Memphis Hustle is a positive sign it could come soon.
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Tigers Football Insider: Memphis has a favorable history with the remaining four opponents
The Tigers have a combined 14-3 record against SMU, East Carolina, Houston and Tulane since 2016.
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