“Mike Norvell and Florida State got left out? Memphis fans understand how that feels. The entire system of college sports is based on leaving universities out, no matter how deserving. Fairness has nothing to do with it.”
Memphis and Iowa State will meet in the postseason for the second time since the 2017 Liberty Bowl. Here’s how they stack up and what the opposing coaches are saying.
It will be the first time Memphis has participated in the Liberty Bowl since the Tigers lost 21-20 to Iowa State in 2017.
The Memphis Tigers will retain their starting quarterback for his final season. Tigers kicker Seth Morgan heads to portal, Terrance McClain declares for NFL DraftRelated story:
Kicker Seth Morgan is the fourth Tiger to announce plans to enter the transfer portal. He appeared in three games because of a season-ending injury.
Offensive coordinator Tim Cramsey said coaching staffs have to recruit their own locker room harder than they recruit anybody else because of the NCAA transfer portal.
Running back Blake Watson and linebacker Chandler Martin were named First Team All-AAC.
Frank Bonner and Tim Buckley join host Greg Gaston to talk Memphis football on the latest edition of the Daily Memphian Tigers Podcast.
Two former Tigers made crucial plays late the game to help their team wins, including Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott’s 59-yard field goal to force overtime against Buffalo.
This is the third Tiger in two days to announce his decision to enter the portal. Tevin Carter on leaving Memphis: ‘I have to do what is best for me’Related story:
Memphis has a chance at playing in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl, but it’s not a guarantee.
Backup quarterback Tevin Carter explains why he is leaving his hometown Tigers behind to enter the NCAA transfer portal. Two Tigers, Tevin Carter and Davion Carter, reveal plans to transferRelated story:
Starting right guard Davion Carter and backup quarterback Tevin Carter both announced their decisions to enter the NCAA transfer portal Monday.
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield discussing how some fans are unhappy with a nine-win season. “They’re the same people that complain about politics but refuse to vote. The same people that probably boo Santa Claus in this Philly stadium.”
Memphis allowed 3-9 Temple 465 yards and some really big plays, but the Tigers still have a chance for a 10-win season.
The University of Memphis Tigers beat the Temple University Owls Nov. 24 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
The Tigers will have a chance to be the fifth team in school history to reach 10 victories when they play in a bowl game. Box score: Memphis 45, Temple 21 Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield not ‘boo-hooing’ about nine-win seasonRelated stories:
Whether it's the Military Bowl, Fenway Bowl or even the AutoZone Liberty Bowl, the Tigers could face their first postseason Power 5 opponent since 2019.
It’s time for University of Memphis officials to get creative as renovation of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium becomes a reality.
Temple quarterback EJ Warner and Memphis quarterback Seth Henigan are both ranked in the top 10 in the country in passing yards per game.
Receivers have had success against Temple for most of the year. That’s a good sign for Tigers Roc Taylor and Demeer Blankumsee.
The complex deal clears the path to focus on FedExForum improvements. FedEx founder to help fund Liberty Stadium renovations; U of M could control stadiumRelated story:
Frank Bonner II and Tim Buckley join host Greg Gaston to talk all things Memphis football, including bowl possibilities for the Tigers, Liberty Stadium renovation and cheesesteaks on Thanksgiving.
One former Memphis running back scored his second NFL touchdown of the season and another produced 80 yards from scrimmage.
In something of a domino effect, the Smith family donation for the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium will free up cash for the Memphis Grizzlies and the City of Memphis to do renovations at FedExForum. Calkins: Fred Smith rides to the rescue (with $50 million) to forge a stunning stadium dealRelated story: