Former Memphis LB Wynton McManis always knew the Tigers could rise
Wynton McManis (16) had been a star at Olive Branch High School when he signed with the Tigers in 2012. He finished his career at the University of Memphis with 110 tackles (9 TFL), two forced fumbles and an interception. He played professionally in Canada for the Calgary Stampeders and saw stints in the NFL with the San Francisco 49ers and the New Orleans Saints. (Courtesy University of Memphis Athletics)
The former Olive Branch High School star credits his time with the Tigers for giving him the chance to chase his dream.
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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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