Calkins: Memphis football is still heart-stopping fun
The University of Memphis Tigers may not be headed to the conference they deserve — but this win may be just what fans needed.
The University of Memphis Tigers may not be headed to the conference they deserve — but this win may be just what fans needed.
Sept. 11, 2021, Southern Heritage Classic at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium: Jackson State 38, Tennessee State 16.Related story:
Seth Henigan throws five TDs to Calvin Austin III and Sean Dykes, but the Tigers’ defense allowed Arkansas State to produce 681 total yards.
Loss against one of USL’s top clubs leaves coach Ben Pirmann frustrated.
The Jackson State University coach’s son had a masterful performance in the 38-16 win over Tennessee State University.
Big games from Tucker White, Cameron Gagnon help seal the deal for Eagles.
Craig Cunningham leads the way with three touchdowns for the second straight game.
Both Tennessee State and Jackson State feature numerous Memphians, and even a former Memphis Tiger.
It’s Eddie George vs. Deion Sanders at the Liberty Bowl. Which is exactly the matchup that Fred Jones and the Southern Heritage Classic deserve.
Memphis signed him for his known skills; fortunately for the Tigers, his high school coach made him round out his game.
The first 1,000-yard receiver in Tigers history and Los Angeles Rams record-holder was inducted in August.
The Grizzlies brought back their former franchise star in a trade with the Lakers.
U of M’s president and athletic director assert: “The final whistle hasn’t blown.”
Here’s what Geoff Calkins thinks Memphis should do in response to being left out again.
Duncan, now the athletic director at the University of New Orleans, called his alma mater when the Privateers needed help in the wake of Hurricane Ida.
Marcus Tucker, a military veteran and Memphis police officer, recounts his journey to becoming the Grizzlies’ public address announcer.
Houston High School at Briarcrest Christian girls soccer headlines Thursday’s top high school matches and games from Memphis.
Brady tossed four touchdown passes in Week 3 victory.
Birmingham’s visiting fans directed taunts at Niall Logue about his mother, who died of cancer in 2019.
We address how things might go with the addition of two superstar freshmen, and what the conference realignments mean to the Tigers basketball team.
After acing their first big test, Dragons turn their attention to a new challenge on Friday as they face Center Hill.
Balanced Germantown takes over at No. 2 following last week’s victory over Whitehaven.
Brighton duo ranks in top three in rushing yards, total offense and all-purpose yards per game.
The Tigers lost one commitment, but still have their eyes on more big names for 2022.
You can meet the Grizz Girls, snag some Grizzlies swag, try for free tickets or view a display of players’ shoes during events this weekend.