Legs of Cincy’s Desmond Ridder present unique challenge for Memphis
Cincinnati quarterback Desmond Ridder (9) breaks away from SMU linebacker Trevor Denbow (16) on a touchdown run on Oct. 24, 2020, in Dallas. Ridder is just as comfortable making plays as a runner as he is a passer. (Jeffrey McWhorter/AP)
The Tigers’ defense remembers from last season’s AAC title game just how dynamic the quarterback can be.
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Steven Johnson
Johnson is a Memphis native who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2016. He's traveled the country covering teams like Syracuse, the Buffalo Bills and the Memphis Grizzlies. He's excited about the opportunity to cover the Tigers and all things in the city of Memphis.
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