The Tigers’ defensive staff has been working on strategies for months to deal with an offense used by few schools.

Memphis might not have two key playmakers because of injuries.

The Tigers have won 12 of the past 13 matchups against the Green Wave.

The redshirt sophomore played in 20 games the past two seasons. 

Positive tests in the Rebels’ program have forced them to shut down through Dec. 7.

The Tigers’ final three games of the season were reshuffled to get the Midshipmen back on the schedule. The Tigers (5-2, 3-2 AAC) and Midshipmen (3-4, 3-2) were originally scheduled to play Nov. 14, but the game was postponed because of COVID-19 cases at Navy.

It wasn’t the biggest win of the season for Memphis football. But it was a joyous day just the same.

The Tigers’ rushing production has been anemic, but the emergence of Weaver, Kylan Watkins and Asa Martin could prove a turning point.

It was another typical, uneasy first half for the Tigers, but Austin helped them break down the wall.
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The center will be able to play in the season opener Wednesday against Saint Mary’s.

It’s just the second time Memphis and Stephen F. Austin have faced other; the othe matchup was in 1959.

With COVID-19 out of control nationwide, the Tigers should do what so many other Americans are doing and change their Thanksgiving plans. 

The men’s team will play seven nonconference games in addition to a 20-game American Athletic Conference schedule.

The Tigers are looking forward to the return of their star cornerback and getting their ground game working again.

Navy, which had to postpone last week’s game against the Tigers because of COVID-19, is back in the lineup.

Memphis has not had a game this season without a turnover.

Tigers coach Penny Hardaway, a former draft pick himself, continues to strengthen Memphis' NBA legacy through his players.

The running back is the younger brother of Kenneth Gainwell, who opted out before the season.

Coach Penny Hardaway says status of Moussa Cisse and transfer DeAndre Williams remains in limbo. 

James Wiseman, Precious Achiuwa, Penny Hardaway and the Memphis Grizzlies all had a big night at the NBA draft.

Achiuwa and James Wiseman became the first pair of first-round draft selections for the Tigers since 2006. 

The Tigers are a 30-point favorite in Saturday’s game, but don’t forget about the unnecessarily difficult win against South Florida.

Memphis offensive coordinator Kevin Johns gives his unit a B-minus. Here’s what it needs to do.